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|conventional_long_name = Kingdom of Hawaiʻi
|common_name = Hawaii
|image_flag = Flag of Hawaii.svg
|image_coat = Royal Coat of Arms of the Kingdom of Hawaii.svg
|symbol_type = Coat of arms
|image_map = Hawaii on the globe (Polynesia centered).svg
|national_motto = ''{{wp|Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono}}''
|englishmotto = "The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness"
|national_anthem = "{{lang|haw|{{wp|Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī}}}}"<br />"Hawaii's Own"{{parabr}}{{center|[[File:Hawaiʻi ponoʻī.ogg]]}}
|official_languages = {{hlist|{{wp|Hawaiian language|Hawaiian}}|{{wp|English language|English}}}}
|ethnic_groups = 37.2% {{wp|Asian people|Asian}}<br/>25.3% {{wp|Mixed race}}<br/>22.9% {{wp|White people|White}}<br/>10.8 {{wp|Native Hawaiian}}<br/>1.8% {{wp|Other}}<br/>1.6% {{wp|Black people|Black}}<br/>0.3% {{wp|Native American}}
|ethnic_groups_year = 2023
| religion               = {{Tree list}}
* 63.0% {{wp|Christianity}}
* 26.0% {{wp|Irreligion|No religion}}
* 10.0% {{wp|Other}}
* 1.0% {{wp|Undeclared}}
{{Tree list/end}}
| religion_year          = 2023
| demonym                = {{wp|Hawaiian}}
|capital = {{wp|Honolulu}}
|largest_city = {{wp|Honolulu}}
|government_type = {{wp|Unitary government|Unitary}} {{wp|parliamentary system|parliamentary}} {{wp|constitutional monarchy}}
|leader_title1 = {{wp|List of Hawaiian monarchs|Monarch}}
|leader_name1 = {{wp|Quentin Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa IV}}
|leader_title2 = {{wp|Governor of Hawaii|Prime Minister}}
|leader_name2 = {{wp|David Ige}}
|leader_title3 = {{wp|List of speakers of the Hawaii House of Representatives|Speaker of the House of Representatives}}
|leader_name3 = {{wp|Scott Saiki}}
|leader_title4 = {{wp|Supreme Court of Hawaii|Chief Justice}}
|leader_name4 = {{wp|Sabrina McKenna}}
|legislature = {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom|Legislative Assembly}}
|upper_house = {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Nobles|House of Nobles}}
|lower_house = {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Representatives|House of Representatives}}
| sovereignty_type       = History
| established_event1     =  Inception
| established_date1      = 1795
| established_event2     =  Unification of Hawaii
| established_date2      = 1810
| established_event3     =  Constitutional monarchy
| established_date3      = 8 October 1840
| established_event4     =  Anglo-Franco Proclamation
| established_date4      = 28 November 1843
|area_rank = 141st
|area_km2 = 28,311
|area_sq_mi = 10,931 <!--Do not remove per [[WP:MOSNUM]]-->
|percent_water = 41.2 <!--CIA World Factbook-->
|population_estimate = 1,455,271
|population_estimate_rank = 151st
|population_density_km2 = 226
|population_density_sq_mi =  <!--Do not remove per [[WP:MOSNUM]]-->
|population_density_rank = 67th
|GDP_PPP = $121.299 billion
|GDP_PPP_rank = 96th
|GDP_PPP_year = 2023
|GDP_PPP_per_capita = $83,351
|GDP_PPP_per_capita_rank = 8th
|GDP_nominal = $111.283 billion
|GDP_nominal_rank = 65th
|GDP_nominal_year = 2023
|GDP_nominal_per_capita = $76,648
|GDP_nominal_per_capita_rank = 8th
|HDI_year = 2023
|HDI_change = increase
|HDI = 0.940
|HDI_rank = 11th
|Gini_year = 2023
|Gini_change = decrease
|Gini = 43.9
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|currency = {{wp|Hawaiian dollar}}
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'''Hawaiʻi''', officially the '''Kingdom of Hawaiʻi''', and alternatively '''Hawaii''', is an island country in {{wp|Oceania}}. Consisting entirely of 137 volcanic islands and spanning across 10,931 square miles, Hawaiʻi is physiographically and ethnologically part of the {{wp|Polynesia|Polynesian}} subregion of {{wp|Oceania}}, making it one of the region's only two nations alongside {{wp|Tonga}} to have never been formally colonised by a {{wp|European}} power. With a population of around 1.4 million people, it is the third-joint-largest nation in {{wp|Oceania}} alongside {{wp|New Zealand}} and only behind {{wp|Australia}} and {{wp|Papua New Guinea}}.

Having first been settled by the {{wp|Polynesians}} sometime between 1000 and 1200 CE, prior to the arrival of {{wp|European}} explorers, Hawaiʻi was home to numerous independent chiefdoms that ruled across the archipelago. In 1778, the arrival of {{wp|British}} explorer {{wp|James Cook}} on the islands kickstarted a period of {{wp|European}} influence, beginning with the adoption of the kingdom's official flag which bears a {{wp|Union Jack}}. At the same time, the subsequent arrival of {{wp|American}} and {{wp|European}} explorers, whalers, and traders soon decimated the predominantly isolated indigenous community through the introduction of diseases such as syphilis, tuberculosis, smallpox, and measles. In 1810, {{wp|Kamehameha I}}, nicknamed "Kamehameha the Great", unified the entire archipelago, thereby resulting in the formal recognition of its independence by foreign powers. In 1893, an {{wp|Overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom|attempted coup}} of the monarchy by {{wp|American}} planters ultimately thwarted by authorities resulted in a brief international crisis between the {{wp|United States}}, Hawaiʻi, and major {{wp|European}} powers, most of whom had recognised {{wp|Hawaiian}} independence. Nonetheless, amidst the subsequent world wars and the end of {{wp|European}} imperialism, Hawaiʻi managed to remain practically independent throughout the entirety of the 20th century, making it one of only two {{wp|Oceanic}} nations alongside {{wp|Tonga}} to have never been formally colonised and thus retain their native monarchies. Since its foundation in 1795, three separate but connected royal dynasties have presided over the islands, namely the royal houses of {{wp|House of Kamehameha|Kamehameha}}, {{wp|House of Kalākaua|Kalākaua}}, and {{wp|House of Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa}}.

A unitary constitutional monarchy, the current {{wp|Hawaiian}} monarch is {{wp|Quentin Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa IV}}, who serves as the kingdom's head of state. Like most constitutional monarchies, a {{wp|prime minister}} serves as the head of government and is elected every four years. It has a bicameral legislature comprised of the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Nobles|House of Nobles}}, an appointed upper house, and the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Representatives|House of Representatives}}, an elected lower house. Although a predominantly {{wp|Christian}} nation, with around 63% of the population professing the religion, Hawaiʻi is home to a very diverse and multicultural society made up of {{wp|White people|whites}}, {{wp|Black people|Africans}}, {{wp|Asian people|Asians}}, {{wp|Native Hawaiian|native Hawaiians}}, and others. Officially, the kingdom has two national languages, namely {{wp|Hawaiian language|Hawaiian}} and {{wp|English language|English}}. While historically a plantation economy, since the 20th century, Hawaiʻi, which remains a major agricultural exporter to this day, has seen its economy diversify to include tourism and defence, two of its largest economic sectors. The {{wp|United States Pacific Fleet}}, the world's largest naval command, is hosted at {{wp|Naval Station Pearl Harbor|Pearl Harbor}} in {{wp|Oahu}}, a site that was the target of an {{wp|Attack on Pearl Harbor|attack}} by {{wp|Japanese}} forces that subsequently precipitated the {{wp|American}} entry into the {{wp|Second World War}}. Following the war, it later became one of the founding members of the {{wp|United Nations}} and is generally considered a gateway between {{wp|East Asia}} and {{wp|North America}}.

Despite its somewhat isolated location, on the international stage, Hawaiʻi is a member of various international organisations such as the {{wp|United Nations}}, {{wp|World Trade Organisation}}, {{wp|Non-Aligned Movement}}, {{wp|Commonwealth of Nations}}, {{wp|Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation}}, {{wp|Pacific Community}}, and the {{wp|Pacific Islands Forum}}. Despite its small size and population, it is the third-largest economy in {{wp|Oceania}} and its citizens are the eighth richest in the world. In addition, its citizens also enjoy one of the world's highest life expectancies, owing to its robust universal healthcare system.

==History==
===Ancient Hawaiʻi===
====Pre-European discovery====
Archaeological evidence suggests that the earliest settlement of the {{wp|Hawaiian Islands}} dates between 1000 and 1200 CE. The initial wave of settlers likely came from the {{wp|Marquesas Islands}}, followed by a second migration from {{wp|Raiatea}} and {{wp|Bora Bora}} in the 11th century. The exact timeline of human discovery and habitation of the islands remains a topic of academic debate. Some researchers believe a later wave of immigrants from {{wp|Tahiti}} around 1000 CE introduced new leadership, the {{wp|Kapu (Hawaiian culture)|kapu}} system, human sacrifice, and the construction of sacred ''{{wp|heiau}}''. This narrative is reflected in Hawaiian mythology about Paʻao. However, other scholars argue there is no archaeological or linguistic support for this theory and consider Paʻao a myth. Over time, the population and the power of local chiefdoms grew, with chiefs, known as aliʻi, ruling their communities and engaging in warfare to expand their influence. Ancient {{wp|Hawaiian}} society was highly stratified, resembling other caste-based systems. Population growth was supported by sustainable ecological and agricultural practices, including upland farming, ocean fishing, fishponds, and gardening. These systems were intertwined with spiritual beliefs, such as the concept of ''lokahi'', which emphasized the interconnectedness between the Creator, the people, and the land. Hawaiian scholar Mililani Trask described ''lokahi'' as representing the core traditions, values, and practices of the people.

====Arrival of Captain James Cook====
The arrival of {{wp|British}} explorer Captain {{wp|James Cook}} in 1778 marked the first recorded contact between Hawaiʻi and a {{wp|European}} explorer. Early {{wp|British}} influence is evident in the design of Hawaiʻi’s flag, which includes the {{wp|Union Jack}}. {{wp|James Cook|Cook}} named the islands the "Sandwich Islands" in honor of his sponsor, {{wp|John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich}}, and published the islands' location, referring to them by the anglicized name "Owyhee." This version of the name persists in places like {{wp|Owyhee County}} and the {{wp|Owyhee Mountains}} in {{wp|Idaho}}, named after three native {{wp|Hawaiians}} who disappeared while on a trapping expedition in the region. In the meantime, there are theories suggesting that {{wp|Spanish}} explorers may have reached the {{wp|Hawaiian Islands}} in the 16th century, two centuries before {{wp|James Cook|Cook}}’s documented visit. In 1542, a {{wp|Spanish}} fleet led by {{wp|Ruy López de Villalobos}}, with pilot Juan Gaetano aboard, reportedly encountered islands that could have been either Hawaiʻi or the {{wp|Marshall Islands}}. If true, Gaetano would have been the first {{wp|European}} to see Hawaiʻi, although most scholars dismiss this claim due to a lack of credible evidence. However, {{wp|Spanish}} archives do contain a map depicting islands at the same latitude as Hawaiʻi but located ten degrees east. In this document, Maui is called ''La Desgraciada'' ("The Unfortunate Island"), Hawaiʻi Island is labeled ''La Mesa'' ("The Table"), and {{wp|Kahoʻolawe}}, {{wp|Lānaʻi}}, and {{wp|Molokaʻi}} are named ''Los Monjes'' ("The Monks"). For over two centuries, {{wp|Spanish}} galleons sailed across the {{wp|Pacific Ocean}} from {{wp|Mexico}} to {{wp|Manila}}, passing south of Hawaiʻi. This route was kept secret to protect {{wp|Spanish}} trade interests, allowing Hawaiʻi to remain independent despite being located along a major sea route between {{wp|Spanish}}-controlled territories across the {{wp|Pacific Ocean}}.

Despite contested claims, Captain {{wp|James Cook}} is generally regarded as the first {{wp|European}} to land in Hawaiʻi, visiting the islands twice. During his second visit in 1779, tensions arose when Cook took temple idols and fencing for "firewood," and a local chief and his group stole a boat from his ship. In response, {{wp|James Cook|Cook}} abducted {{wp|Kalaniʻōpuʻu}}, the {{wp|King of Hawaiʻi Island}}, holding him for ransom to recover the stolen boat, a tactic that had worked on other islands. However, {{wp|Kalaniʻōpuʻu}}’s supporters retaliated, killing {{wp|James Cook|Cook}} and four sailors as his group retreated to their ship. The ship departed without retrieving the stolen boat. Regardless, after {{wp|James Cook|Cook}}'s expeditions and the publication of accounts of his voyages, the Hawaiian Islands began to attract {{wp|European}} and {{wp|American}} explorers, traders, and whalers, who used the islands as a harbor and source of supplies. These newcomers brought diseases to the previously isolated population, leading to a dramatic decline in the Hawaiian population. Native Hawaiians, having no immunity to diseases like influenza, smallpox, and measles, saw their numbers drop sharply. By 1820, disease, famine, and inter-chief warfare had reduced the population by more than half. In the 1850s, a measles outbreak claimed the lives of a fifth of Hawaiʻi’s people.

Meanwhile, the earliest {{wp|Chinese}} immigrants to Hawaiʻi came from {{wp|Guangdong Province}}, with some arriving as early as 1778 on {{wp|James Cook|Cook}}'s ship and more in 1789 with an American trader who later settled in the islands. It is believed that {{wp|Chinese}} workers introduced leprosy by 1830, further contributing to the devastation caused by infectious diseases among the {{wp|Native Hawaiian}} population.

===Kingdom of Hawaiʻi===
====Foundation and Christianisation of Hawaiʻi====
In the 1780s and 1790s, power struggles among chiefs were common, culminating in 1795 when {{wp|Kamehameha I|King Kamehameha the Great}} unified all inhabited islands under his rule. This established the {{wp|House of Kamehameha}}, a dynasty that ruled the kingdom until 1872. Then, when {{wp|Kamehameha II}} ascended the throne in 1819, {{wp|American}} {{wp|Protestant}} missionaries began converting many {{wp|Hawaiians}} to {{wp|Christianity}}. In this, these missionaries believed their role was to "civilize" and "purify" perceived heathen practices, including in Hawaiʻi. According to historian {{wp|James L. Flexner}}, missionaries helped rationalize conquest and the widespread conversion to {{wp|Christianity}}. However, many {{wp|Native Hawaiians}} blended their Indigenous beliefs with {{wp|Christianity}} rather than abandoning them entirely. Moreover, missionaries also pushed to end traditional practices, including the {{wp|Kapu (Hawaiian culture)|kapu}} system, which governed social and spiritual regulations, and the ''heiau'', or temples. Under their influence, laws were enacted against gambling, alcohol, hula, breaking the Sabbath, and polygamy. As the {{wp|Kapu (Hawaiian culture)|kapu}} system declined, many religious structures were destroyed, and participation in Christianity grew.

In 1825, {{wp|Kamehameha III}} became king at the age of 12, and his advisors, including his mother and coregent, {{wp|Kaʻahumanu|Elizabeth Kaʻahumanu}}, encouraged him to merge {{wp|Christianity}} with traditional {{wp|Hawaiian}} customs. With the help of {{wp|British}} allies, Hawaiʻi transformed into a {{wp|Christian}} monarchy with the signing of the {{wp|1840 Constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaii|1840 Constitution}}. {{wp|Hiram Bingham I}}, a key {{wp|Protestant}} missionary, became a trusted adviser to the monarchy, and other missionaries became influential in commercial and political affairs, sometimes creating tensions with {{wp|American}} settlers. Later, {{wp|Roman Catholic}} and {{wp|Latter-day Saint}} missionaries also gained a foothold, eventually becoming the largest religious groups on the islands. Missionaries from these faiths, particularly {{wp|Father Damien}} and {{wp|Mother Marianne Cope}}, played a major role in caring for the leper colony at {{wp|Kalaupapa}} on {{wp|Molokaʻi}}, were both later canonized as saints.

===="Bayonet Constitution" and 1893 Planters Rebellion====
In 1872, following the death of {{wp|Kamehameha V|King Kamehameha V}}, who left no heir, a popular election named {{wp|Lunalilo}} as king. However, {{wp|Lunalilo}} died a year later without naming an heir too, leading to a contested election between {{wp|Kalākaua}} and {{wp|Queen Emma of Hawaii|Emma}}, Queen Consort of {{wp|Kamehameha IV}}. Following riots, {{wp|U.S.}} and {{wp|British}} forces intervened to restore order, and the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom|Legislative Assembly}} elected {{wp|Kalākaua}} as king on February 12, 1874. In 1887, {{wp|Kalākaua}} was forced to sign the {{wp|1887 Constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi}}. Drafted by white businessmen and lawyers, the document stripped the king of much of his authority. It established a property qualification for voting that effectively disenfranchised most {{wp|Hawaiians}} and immigrant laborers and favored the wealthier, white elite. Consequently, resident whites were allowed to vote but resident {{wp|Asians}} were not. As the {{wp|1887 Constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi|1887 Constitution}} was signed under threat of violence, it is known as the "Bayonet Constitution". Thus, {{wp|Kalākaua|King Kalākaua}}, having been reduced to a figurehead, reigned until his death in 1891. Following this, his sister, {{wp|Liliʻuokalani|Queen Liliʻuokalani}}, succeeded him. 

Just two years into her reign, in 1893, {{wp|Liliʻuokalani}} announced plans for a new constitution to proclaim herself an absolute monarch. On January 14, 1893, a group of mostly {{wp|Euro}}-{{wp|American}} business leaders and residents formed the {{wp|Committee of Safety (Hawaii)|Committee of Safety}} to stage a coup d'état against the kingdom and seek annexation by the {{wp|United States}}. In response, {{wp|List of ministers of the United States to Hawaii|U.S. Government Minister}} {{wp|John L. Stevens}}, heeding a request from the {{wp|Committee of Safety (Hawaii)|Committee of Safety}}, summoned a company of {{wp|USMC|U.S. Marines}} to help overthrow the monarchy. However, the {{wp|Royal Guards of Hawaii|Hawaiian Royal Guards}} responded fiercely, leading to a deadly and fierce standoff between the two sides. In response, the {{wp|United Kingdom}} and {{wp|Japan}}, both of whom had interests in preserving the {{wp|Hawaiian}} monarchy, docked several battleships in Hawaiʻi with the {{wp|Americans}} following suit. Later, {{wp|President of the United States|President}} {{wp|Grover Cleveland}}, having been elected to a second, non-consecutive term the previous November before formally taking office afterward in March, publicly condemned the coup attempt. {{wp|Grover Cleveland|Cleveland}}, a personal friend of {{wp|Liliʻuokalani}}, called the attempt "disgraceful" and "dishonourable" and, in turn, recalled {{wp|John L. Stevens}} for his role in the ill-fated attempt. Eventually, the surviving coup plotters were put on trial and, despite an initial wish by {{wp|Liliʻuokalani|Queen Liliʻuokalani}} to have them executed for treason, ultimately deported along with having most of their property confiscated, albeit without some minor concessions. Following this, to avoid a similar coup attempt, {{wp|Liliʻuokalani}} and {{wp|Grover Cleveland|Cleveland}} later signed the {{wp|Honolulu Treaty of Friendship}} in which the {{wp|United States}} agreed to oppose any attempts at annexation of Hawaiʻi, be it from foreign powers or {{wp|American}} citizens, while the kingdom, in turn, agreed to let ships of the {{wp|United States Navy}} dock at {{wp|Naval Station Pearl Harbor|Pearl Harbor}} in {{wp|Oahu}} for an annual payment of $1,000 in gold along with mutual extradition rights for fleeing criminals. Following this, as was intended, {{wp|Liliʻuokalani}} went on to rewrite the "Bayonet Constitution" to restore the stripped powers of the {{wp|Hawaiian}} monarchy, having successfully survived a coup attempt against her beforehand.

====World Wars & Modern Day====
Entering the 1900s, despite the {{wp|American}} military presence, Hawaiʻi remained officially neutral at the outbreak of the {{wp|First World War}}. Despite this, several {{wp|German}} colonies laid but rather distantly to its west, namely the colonies of {{wp|German New Guinea}}, {{wp|Nauru}}, {{wp|Northern Mariana Islands}}, {{wp|Caroline Islands}}, {{wp|Palau Islands}}, {{wp|Marshall Islands}}, and {{wp|German Samoa}}, all of which were later ceded to the victorious {{wp|Allies of World War I|Allied}} powers. Then, with a post-war economic boom in the {{wp|United States}} and elsewhere, Hawaiʻi too enjoyed a period of considerable economic growth, with immigration from {{wp|Asia}}, particularly {{wp|East Asia}} and {{wp|South East Asia}} fueling the post-war boom. Meanwhile, under {{wp|David Kalākaua Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa I}}, the first monarch of the reigning {{wp|House of Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa}} dynasty, universal suffrage was introduced, marking the beginning of a period of true democracy in Hawaiʻi. Otherwise, the ensuing {{wp|Great Depression}}, while temporarily bringing the {{wp|Hawaiian}} economy to a halt like everywhere else, resulted in a considerable decline of the kingdom's previously dominant white population as the consolidation of the many of the large surviving plantations meant that those unable to modernise their estates were forced to sell it off to wealthier owners.

While its largely isolated location had spared it from involvement in any major conflict, on 7 December 1941, an {{wp|Attack on Pearl Harbor|attack}} on {{wp|Naval Station Pearl Harbor|Pearl Harbor}} by {{wp|Japanese}} forces, which damaged several {{wp|American}} battleships docked there and killed tens of civilians, both of {{wp|American}} and {{wp|Hawaiian}} nationalities, resulted in Hawaiʻi and, in turn, the {{wp|United States}} entering the {{wp|Second World War}} against the {{wp|Axis Powers}} of {{wp|Nazi Germany}} and {{wp|Imperial Japan}}, with both {{wp|Hawaiian}} men and women volunteering for the {{wp|United States Armed Forces}} in droves. Consequently, as the previously "sleepy" kingdom plagued by a global recession dramatically roared to life, the {{wp|Hawaiian}} economy once more grew exponentially as men, supplies, and infrastructure were flown from the {{wp|United States}} to Hawaiʻi for the war effort. Later, following the surrender of {{wp|Japan}} in September 1945, the {{wp|Hawaiian}} economy entered into a brief period of recession but, as the ensuing {{wp|Cold War}} conflict gained pace, soon returned to a period of sustained growth as its location in the middle of the {{wp|Pacific Ocean}} made it a strategic {{wp|American}} ally, thereby resulting in considerable investment as the quality of local infrastructure, schools, and others improved substantially while {{wp|American}} tourists, hoping to temporarily escape the bustlier mainland, flocked to Hawaiʻi for vacation with {{wp|Asian}} and {{wp|European}} tourists following suit. Under the thirty-six-year reign of {{wp|Edward A. Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa III}}, the islands, in addition to solidifying its position as a major tourist attraction and agricultural exporter, embraced extensive modernisation as a robust universal healthcare system came into place alongside a strong social security net, thereby resulting in one of the world's longest life expectancies and among the highest GDP per capita. Moreover, a sustained immigration trend since the 1800s resulted in an extremely diverse and multicultural society, with the kingdom's modern population made up of a plurality of {{wp|Asians}}, followed by those of {{wp|Mixed race|mixed races}}, {{wp|White people|whites}}, and {{wp|Native Hawaiians}}. In 1995, to mark the 200th anniversary of its inception, a mutual defense treaty was signed with the {{wp|United States}}, thereby necessitating {{wp|American}} military intervention if Hawaiʻi is ever attacked by a foreign power. Meanwhile, despite never formally being a {{wp|British}} colony, Hawaiʻi also joined the {{wp|Commonwealth of Nations}}, a move which followed that of another {{wp|Oceanic}} monarchy {{wp|Tonga}}, a former {{wp|British}} protectorate.

Since the 2010s, Hawaiʻi has also become a center for astronomy in the form of the construction of the controversial {{wp|Mauna Kea Observatories}}, a group of independent astronomical research facilities and large telescope observatories located at the summit of {{wp|Mauna Kea}}, the kingdom's highest point.

==Politics & Foreign Relations==
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Originally, from its foundation in 1795 to 1840, at which point the {{wp|1840 Constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaii|1840 Constitution}} was promulgated, Hawaiʻi was an absolute monarchy with the monarch wielding absolute power over his subjects. However, the new constitution introduced a constitutional monarchy, and the office of {{wp|Kuhina Nui}}, later officially renamed to "Prime Minister", was introduced. However, in 1864, with the introduction of a {{wp|1864 Constitution of the Hawaiian Kingdom|new constitution}}, the office was abolished under {{wp|Kamehameha IV}}, thereby marking a period of return to absolute monarchy. Ultimately, under the thirty-six-year reign of {{wp|David Kalākaua Kawānanakoa|Kawānanakoa I}}, the office of prime minister was restored once more but, unlike its predecessor, is a fully elected position rather than an appointed one. In line with this, the {{wp|Hawaiian}} monarch, previously a powerful figure, became a mostly ceremonial figure while otherwise still retaining great respect among the local population.

The {{wp|Hawaiian}} legislative system is exemplified by the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom|Legislative Assembly}} which, in turn, is comprised of an upper house, the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Nobles|House of Nobles}}, and the lower house, the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Representatives|House of Representatives}}. Similar to the {{wp|British}} {{wp|House of Lords}}, the {{wp|Legislature of the Hawaiian Kingdom#House of Nobles|House of Nobles}} is a purely appointed chamber meant to be impartial and properly scrutinise bills proposed by the lower chamber.

In 1841, {{wp|Kamehameha III}}, seeking to modernise the {{wp|Hawaiian}} nation, introduced the {{wp|Supreme Court of Hawaii}}, the kingdom's apex court, followed by the {{wp|Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals|Court of Appeals}}, and other specialised courts, namely for family, district, land, and tax appeal matters. The current chief justice, who heads the {{wp|Supreme Court of Hawaii}} alongside four other justices, is {{wp|Sabrina McKenna}}, is the first woman and openly gay judge to hold the office.

Since its independence, Hawaiʻi has maintained longstanding relations with several major powers, namely the {{wp|United Kingdom}}, from whom the {{wp|Union Jack}} on its flag is derived, {{wp|France}}, and the {{wp|United States}}, with whom it had briefly testy relations amidst an attempt at overthrowing the {{wp|Hawaiian}} monarchy by {{wp|American}} planters. Nonetheless, in the modern day, Hawaiʻi is generally considered to be a close, strategic ally of the {{wp|United States}}, particularly with the rise of {{wp|China}} during the late 20th century, with its geographical location serving as the catalyst for {{wp|Naval Station Pearl Harbor|Pearl Harbor}}, a naval base which serves as the headquarters of the {{wp|United States Pacific Fleet}}, the world's largest fleet command. A founding member of the {{wp|United Nations}}, Hawaiʻi, in addition to being a member of several regional organisations, is also a member of the {{wp|Commonwealth of Nations}} despite having never been formally colonised by the {{wp|British}}. Despite this, in 1963, to mark the 120th anniversary of the {{wp|Independence Day (Hawaii)|Anglo-Franco Proclamation}}, the kingdom applied and was accepted into the {{wp|Commonwealth of Nations}}, thereby becoming one of the organisation's six member states with its own monarchs alongside {{wp|Brunei}}, {{wp|Eswatini}}, {{wp|Lesotho}}, {{wp|Malaysia}}, and {{wp|Tonga}}, a fellow {{wp|Pacific}} island kingdom that was also never formally colonised by the {{wp|British}}.
 
==Economy==
The economy of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi is a mixed market system, heavily reliant on tourism, agriculture, and international trade. Since its foundation in 1795, the kingdom has pursued economic diversification while maintaining a strong emphasis on environmental conservation and cultural preservation.

===Tourism===
Tourism is the cornerstone of Hawaiʻi’s economy, contributing approximately 35% of the kingdom's GDP. As a premier tropical destination known for its pristine beaches, volcanic landscapes, and vibrant indigenous culture, Hawaiʻi attracts millions of international visitors annually. Meanwhile, the government has implemented strict sustainability policies to mitigate the environmental impact of tourism. Key tourism markets include the {{wp|United States}}, {{wp|Japan}}, {{wp|China}}, and {{wp|Australia}}, with increasing interest from {{wp|Europe}} and {{wp|Southeast Asia}}.

===Agriculture===
Agriculture remains a vital sector of Hawaiʻi’s economy, known for producing high-value exports such as {{wp|pineapples}}, {{wp|bananas}}, and {{wp|Kona coffee}}. Although sugarcane plantations have declined in recent decades, they still contribute to select niche markets. The kingdom has promoted organic farming and eco-tourism, combining agricultural production with tourism to strengthen rural economies. Aquaculture, particularly in fish and seaweed farming, has gained prominence, benefiting from Hawaiʻi's strategic location in the {{wp|Pacific Ocean}}.

===Energy===
As a sovereign nation, Hawaiʻi has prioritized energy independence through the development of renewable energy sources, including {{wp|solar power|solar}}, {{wp|wind power|wind}}, and {{wp|geothermal power}}. Abundant sunlight and volcanic activity provide a strong foundation for Hawaiʻi’s transition to sustainable energy. The government has set ambitious goals for the kingdom to become fully reliant on renewable energy by 2040, fostering innovation and international investment in green technologies.

===International Trade and Finance===
Geographically, Hawaiʻi's position makes it a natural hub for trade between the {{wp|Americas}} and {{wp|Asia}}. The kingdom has established trade agreements with major partners such as the {{wp|United States}}, {{wp|Japan}}, and {{wp|ASEAN}} nations. Key imports include machinery, consumer goods, and electronics, while exports focus on agricultural products, seafood, and renewable energy technologies.

The capital {{wp|Honolulu}} has also developed into a financial center for the {{wp|Pacific Ocean|Pacific}} region. Favorable tax policies and the kingdom’s stable political environment have attracted foreign investment, especially in the areas of technology and energy. Offshore banking has grown under tight regulation to ensure compliance with global financial standards.

==Geography==
The Kingdom of Hawaiʻi is an archipelago located in the central Pacific Ocean, consisting of eight main islands and numerous smaller islets and atolls. Positioned approximately 2,400 miles southwest of the continental {{wp|United States}}, Hawaiʻi is one of the most isolated island chains in the world. The total land area of the kingdom is 10,931 square miles (28,311 square kilometers), with its islands formed primarily from volcanic activity.

===Climate===
Hawaiʻi's climate is primarily tropical, with variations based on elevation and geography. The islands experience mild, consistent temperatures year-round, averaging between 70°F (21°C) and 85°F (29°C). Hawaiʻi has two primary seasons: a warmer, dry summer (Kau) from May to October, and a cooler, wetter winter (Hooilo) from November to April. The trade winds that blow from the northeast provide relief from the heat and help maintain the island’s pleasant weather.

The islands’ geography creates microclimates, with some areas receiving abundant rainfall while others, often on the leeward side of the mountains, remain dry. For example, {{wp|Mount Waialeale}} on {{wp|Kauaʻi}} is one of the wettest places on {{wp|Earth}}, while areas like {{wp|Kona}} on the {{wp|Hawaiʻi (island)|Big Island}} receive much less rainfall.

===Volcanism and Geology===
Hawaiʻi was formed by volcanic activity over millions of years as the {{wp|Pacific Plate}} moved over a stationary hotspot in the {{wp|Earth}}'s mantle. This process continues today, with the {{wp|Hawaiʻi (island)|Big Island}} being the site of two active volcanoes: {{wp|Mauna Loa}}, the world’s largest shield volcano, and {{wp|Kīlauea}}, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth. Lava flows from Kīlauea have periodically altered the island’s coastline and continue to shape the landscape.

The island chain is geologically young, with the oldest islands, such as Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, being around 5 million years old, while the {{wp|Hawaiʻi (island)|Big Island}} is still forming. The islands are also susceptible to earthquakes and tsunamis, resulting from seismic activity in the {{wp|Ring of Fire|Pacific Ring of Fire}}.

===Flora and Fauna===
Hawaiʻi’s isolation has led to the development of unique ecosystems with a high degree of endemic species—plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. The islands’ flora includes lush tropical rainforests, dry lowlands, and alpine deserts. Native plant species such as the {{wp|koa tree}}, {{wp|hibiscus}}, and {{wp|silversword}} thrive in various environments, while much of Hawaiʻi's wildlife, such as the {{wp|Nene (bird)|nēnē}} and {{wp|Hawaiian monk seal}}, are endemic and protected by conservation efforts.

However, the introduction of non-native species has posed significant challenges to its biodiversity. Efforts to control invasive species and protect native ecosystems are a priority for the kingdom’s environmental policies.

==Demographics==
The Kingdom of Hawaiʻi is a multi-ethnic, culturally diverse nation with a population of roughly 1.4 million, reflecting a blend of indigenous {{wp|Hawaiian}} heritage and significant influences from immigration over the centuries. The population is primarily concentrated on the islands of {{wp|Oʻahu}}, {{wp|Maui}}, and the {{wp|Hawaiʻi (island)|Big Island}}, with {{wp|Honolulu}} serving as the capital and largest city. 

{{wp|Native Hawaiians}}, or Kānaka Maoli, are the indigenous people of Hawaiʻi and play a central role in the kingdom’s cultural and political identity. They make up around 11% of the population. In recent decades, there has been a strong cultural revival, with efforts by the government to promote the {{wp|Hawaiian}} language, traditions, and practices, such as hula and navigation using traditional methods. Many {{wp|Native Hawaiians}} live throughout the islands, with significant populations in rural areas and on islands like {{wp|Molokaʻi}} and {{wp|Niʻihau}}, where traditional lifestyles are more prominent. In addition, Hawaiʻi has a significant {{wp|Asian}} population, constituting around 37% of the total population. This demographic includes descendants of immigrants from {{wp|Japan}}, {{wp|China}}, {{wp|Korea}}, and the [[Philippines]], many of whom arrived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to work on sugarcane and pineapple plantations. The {{wp|Japanese}} community is the largest, followed by the {{wp|Filipino}} and {{wp|Chinese}} populations. These groups have maintained cultural traditions while integrating into the broader Hawaiian society, contributing significantly to the economy, politics, and culture of the kingdom.

Meanwhile, {{wp|Caucasians}}, or Haole, make up around 23% of the population. This group includes descendants of early {{wp|European}} settlers, missionaries, and more recent migrants from the continental {{wp|United States}}. {{wp|Caucasians}} are largely concentrated in urban areas like {{wp|Honolulu}} and {{wp|Maui}}, and many are involved in business, tourism, and academia. Their influence on the islands’ political and economic landscape has been profound, though, in recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of maintaining {{wp|Native Hawaiian}} sovereignty and cultural leadership. Moreover, Hawaiʻi is also home to a relatively small but noticeable population of other {{wp|Pacific Islanders}}, including people from {{wp|Samoa}}, {{wp|Tonga}}, and {{wp|Micronesia}}, who make up about 2% of the population. These communities have strong ties to the broader {{wp|Pacific Ocean|Pacific}} region and contribute to Hawaiʻi's multicultural fabric. {{wp|Pacific Islanders}}, particularly {{wp|Samoans}}, have integrated into Hawaiʻi’s workforce and culture while maintaining connections to their own traditions and languages.

===Language===
Hawaiʻi is a linguistically diverse nation, with {{wp|English language|English}} and {{wp|Hawaiian language|Hawaiian}} being the two official languages. {{wp|Hawaiian language|Hawaiian}}, once endangered, has experienced a revival through educational programs, government initiatives, and cultural efforts. In this, {{wp|Hawaiian language|Hawaiian}} language immersion schools have been established throughout the islands, and the government actively promotes the use of the language in public life. However, {{wp|English language|English}} remains the dominant language, especially in business, tourism, and government, but the use of {{wp|Hawaiian language|Hawaiian}} continues to grow, particularly in cultural and ceremonial contexts. Meanwhile, other languages commonly spoken include {{wp|Japanese language|Japanese}}, {{wp|Tagalog language|Tagalog}}, {{wp|Ilocano language|Ilocano}}, {{wp|Chinese language|Chinese}}, and {{wp|Samoan language|Samoan}}, reflecting the nation’s multicultural heritage. {{wp|Pidgin}}, a {{wp|Creole}} language developed during the plantation era, is also widely spoken across ethnic lines and serves as an informal lingua franca.

===Religion===
Hawaiʻi is religiously diverse, with no single dominant religion. {{wp|Christianity}}, introduced by missionaries in the 19th century, is the most practiced faith, with about 60% of the population identifying as {{wp|Christian}}. Denominations such as {{wp|Roman Catholicism}}, {{wp|Protestantism}}, and {{wp|Mormonism}} are well represented, with a strong presence of churches throughout the islands.

In recent years, there has been a resurgence of {{wp|Hawaiian}} spirituality and the revival of traditional practices such as {{wp|hula}}, chants, and ceremonies tied to the natural world. This indigenous belief system, rooted in respect for the land (Aloha ʻĀina) and ancestral connections, is intertwined with the kingdom’s identity.

Moreover, Hawaiʻi is also home to a significant population of {{wp|Buddhism|Buddhists}}, {{wp|Shinto}} practitioners, and adherents of other {{wp|Asian}} faiths, reflecting the influence of {{wp|Japanese}} and {{wp|Chinese}} immigration. Smaller religious groups, including {{wp|Judaism}}, {{wp|Islam}}, and {{wp|Hinduism}}, contribute to awaiʻi’s pluralistic society.

===Urban and Rural Distribution===
In general, Hawaiʻi's population is heavily concentrated in urban areas, particularly on {{wp|Oʻahu}}, which accounts for roughly 70% of the total population. {{wp|Honolulu}}, the capital, is the largest city and the political and economic hub of the kingdom. Other urban centers include Hilo on the {{wp|Hawaiʻi (island)|Big Island}}, {{wp|Kahului}} on {{wp|Maui}}, and {{wp|Līhuʻe}} on {{wp|Kauaʻi}}.

Rural areas, particularly on the outer islands such as {{wp|Molokaʻi}} and {{wp|Niʻihau}}, maintain a slower pace of life, with agriculture and fishing still playing significant roles in local economies. These areas often have higher concentrations of {{wp|Native Hawaiians}} and residents involved in traditional practices.

===Literacy===
In modern times, Hawaiʻi has a high literacy rate of over 95%, with education being a priority for the government. The kingdom operates a public school system that emphasizes both academic excellence and cultural education, particularly the teaching of the {{wp|Hawaiian}} language and history. Higher education institutions, including the {{wp|University of Hawaiʻi}} system, attract both local and international students, offering degrees in fields ranging from business and science to Hawaiian studies.

The kingdom's emphasis on preserving indigenous knowledge and promoting modern innovation has made it a leader in bilingual education and environmental sustainability programs.

==Culture==
The culture of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi is a vibrant blend of indigenous Hawaiian traditions and diverse influences from {{wp|Asia}}, {{wp|Europe}}, and the broader {{wp|Pacific Ocean|Pacific}} region. As an independent nation, Hawaiʻi has prioritized the preservation and promotion of its unique cultural heritage while embracing the multiculturalism that defines its society today. Central to {{wp|Hawaiian}} culture are the values of family (ʻohana), respect for nature (aloha ʻāina), and community harmony (lōkahi).

===Native Hawaiian Culture===
At the heart of Hawaiʻi’s cultural identity is its {{wp|Native Hawaiian}} heritage, which encompasses the language, arts, religion, and social customs of the indigenous Kānaka Maoli. The royal family and government have taken significant steps to revive and maintain these traditions, ensuring they remain a core aspect of national life.

===Language and Oral Traditions===
The {{wp|Hawaiian language}} (ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi) is a crucial element of the kingdom's cultural resurgence. Once near extinction, it experienced a revival through the establishment of {{wp|Hawaiian}} immersion schools and its official use in government and daily life. The {{wp|Hawaiian}} language is widely taught in schools and used in media, public signage, and cultural ceremonies. Moreover, {{wp|Hawaiian}} oral traditions, including storytelling (moʻolelo), chants (oli), and proverbs (ʻōlelo noʻeau), have been preserved and passed down through generations. These traditions are used to communicate history, moral lessons, and a deep connection to the land and ancestors.

===Hula and Music===
{{wp|Hula}}, the traditional {{wp|Hawaiian}} dance, is one of the most iconic expressions of {{wp|Hawaiian}} culture. It combines movement, chant, and song to tell stories of the gods, nature, and the history of the {{wp|Hawaiian}} people. Hula comes in two forms: {{wp|Hula Kahiko}}, the ancient style performed with traditional instruments like the pahu drum, and Hula {{wp|ʻAuana}}, a modern version accompanied by {{wp|Western}} instruments such as the {{wp|ukulele}} and {{wp|guitar}}.

Music is a central part of Hawaiian life, blending traditional and contemporary influences. Alongside native chants and {{wp|Mele (Hawaiian term)|mele}}, {{wp|Hawaiian}} {{wp|slack-key guitar}} (kī hō‘alu) and {{wp|ukulele}} music have become globally recognized. Many modern {{wp|Hawaiian}} musicians merge indigenous sounds with genres like reggae, rock, and jazz, creating a dynamic musical landscape that reflects Hawaiʻi's cultural diversity.

===Multicultural Influences===
Hawaiʻi’s multiculturalism is notably shaped by {{wp|Asian}} immigration, particularly from {{wp|Japan}}, {{wp|China}}, {{wp|Korea}}, and the {{wp|Philippines}}. {{wp|Asian}} traditions have blended seamlessly with {{wp|Native Hawaiian}} customs, contributing to Hawaiʻi’s distinctive culture. Festivals like the {{wp|Japanese}} {{wp|Obon}} and the {{wp|Chinese}} {{wp|Lunar New Year}} are celebrated widely across the islands, and traditional {{wp|Asian}} arts, such as {{wp|ikebana}} (Japanese flower arranging) and {{wp|taiko}} drumming, have found a place in the {{wp|Hawaiian}} cultural mosaic.

Food is another key area of Asian influence, with Hawaiʻi’s cuisine incorporating elements from {{wp|Japanese}}, {{wp|Chinese}}, {{wp|Korean}}, and {{wp|Filipino}} cooking. Dishes like {{wp|sushi}}, {{wp|saimin}}, and {{wp|bento}} boxes are staples of everyday life in Hawaiʻi, alongside traditional {{wp|Hawaiian}} foods like {{wp|poi}} and {{wp|poke}}.

{{wp|Western}} influence, introduced by {{wp|European}} explorers, missionaries, and {{wp|American}} settlers, has left its mark on Hawaiʻi’s architecture, education system, and religious practices. While {{wp|Christianity}} became the predominant religion, many {{wp|Hawaiian}} customs and spiritual beliefs have been interwoven with {{wp|Christian}} practices, creating a unique religious landscape.

Hawaiʻi’s royal palaces, such as {{wp|ʻIolani Palace}}, reflect the influence of {{wp|Western}} architecture and serve as symbols of the monarchy’s integration of global styles with {{wp|Hawaiian}} sovereignty. {{wp|Western}} influence can also be seen in Hawaiʻi’s legal and political systems, which incorporate democratic principles within the context of a constitutional monarchy.

Hawaiʻi is home to a diverse range of religious practices, with no single dominant faith. {{wp|Christianity}}, introduced by missionaries in the 19th century, is practiced by a significant portion of the population, with {{wp|Roman Catholicism}}, {{wp|Protestantism}}, and {{wp|Mormonism}} being the most prominent denominations. Churches and religious institutions play an important role in Hawaiian society, offering spiritual guidance and community services.

{{wp|Native Hawaiian}} spirituality, grounded in a deep respect for nature and ancestral worship, has seen a resurgence in recent decades. Many {{wp|Native Hawaiians}} continue to honor the gods (akua) and spirits (aumakua) through traditional practices, ceremonies, and pilgrimages to sacred sites such as {{wp|Mauna Kea}} and {{wp|Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau}}. The concept of mana, a spiritual force believed to exist in people, places, and objects, remains central to Hawaiian belief systems.

Hawaiʻi also hosts a variety of other religious traditions, including {{wp|Buddhism}}, {{wp|Shintoism}}, and {{wp|Hinduism}}, reflecting the influence of {{wp|Asian}} immigrant communities. These faiths contribute to the rich tapestry of spiritual life in the kingdom.

===Festivals and Celebrations===
Hawaiʻi’s calendar is filled with festivals and celebrations that reflect its cultural diversity and deep sense of community. Many of these events are linked to the kingdom’s history and the natural environment, including:

*'''Independence Day''': Celebrated annually on November 28th, the occasion is held to commemorate the signing of the Anglo-Franco Proclamation of 1843, an event that saw Hawaiʻi receive official diplomatic recognition from the {{wp|United Kingdom}} and {{wp|France}}.

* '''Merrie Monarch Festival''': One of the most important cultural events in Hawaiʻi, this annual festival held in Hilo celebrates Hawaiian culture and hula. It features hula competitions, cultural workshops, and parades.

* '''King Kamehameha Day''': Celebrated annually on June 11, this public holiday honors {{wp|Kamehameha I|King Kamehameha I}}, the founder of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. Festivities include floral parades, hula performances, and ceremonies honoring the monarchy.

* '''Aloha Festivals''': These island-wide celebrations focus on Hawaiian music, dance, and traditions, bringing together locals and visitors to honor the spirit of aloha.

* '''Lantern Floating Festival''': Rooted in {{wp|Buddhist}} tradition, this annual ceremony in Honolulu symbolizes the release of spirits and is one of the many Asian-influenced festivals celebrated across the islands.

===Cuisine===
{{wp|Hawaiian}} cuisine is a reflection of the kingdom’s multicultural heritage, blending indigenous foods with flavors from {{wp|Asia}}, {{wp|Europe}}, and the {{wp|Americas}}. Traditional {{wp|Hawaiian}} dishes such as {{wp|poi (food)|poi}}, {{wp|lomi-lomi salmon}}, and {{wp|kalua|kalua pork}} remain staples, especially at luaus and family gatherings. The plate lunch, a local favorite, typically includes a combination of {{wp|rice}}, {{wp|macaroni salad}}, and a variety of meats like {{wp|teriyaki}} chicken or beef, reflecting the cultural fusion of {{wp|Hawaiian}} and {{wp|Asian}} cuisines.

{{wp|Poke (dish)|Poke}}, a dish made from raw fish marinated in soy sauce and sesame oil, has gained international popularity, while Hawaiʻi’s iconic {{wp|spam musubi}} combines {{wp|Japanese}} rice balls with spam, showcasing the islands’ unique culinary innovations.

Tropical fruits, such as {{wp|pineapple}}, {{wp|mango}}, and {{wp|guava}}, are integral to the diet, often served fresh or as part of desserts. Hawaiʻi is also famous for its coffee, particularly {{wp|Kona coffee}}, which is globally recognized for its rich flavor.

===Art and Craftsmanship===
Generally, {{wp|Hawaiian}} art is deeply connected to nature, spirituality, and tradition. {{wp|Kapa}} cloth, made from pounded bark, and featherwork used in royal cloaks and helmets are examples of traditional Hawaiian craftsmanship. The art of {{wp|lauhala}} weaving, using leaves from the {{wp|Pandanus tectorius|hala tree}}, continues to thrive in rural communities, where artisans create mats, baskets, and hats.

{{wp|Hawaiian}} tattooing (kākau) is an ancient practice that is experiencing a revival, with traditional designs often symbolizing personal identity, family lineage, and spiritual beliefs. Contemporary {{wp|Hawaiian}} artists have expanded into modern media, while still drawing inspiration from their island heritage, blending traditional and contemporary art forms.