The major natural resource of Palau is the sea. The rocky, loosely connected nature of the islands makes farming difficult and in some places impossible, and forests do not exist. Tourism, fishing, and subsistence agriculture make up the major portion of the country's economy.
Some denizens make a living through selling handmade items to tourists.
Major Environmental and Conservation Issues Palau currently enjoys good environmental health, with one of the most pristine ocean ecosystems in the world, but projections for the future predict population issues close at hand. The country's resources ae already experiencing some depletion, and there is observable strain being placed on sanitation, fisheries, and industry. Timely intervention could minimize the impact of the population doubling expected to occur. Statistics Information Sources Land area 458 sq.