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Citizenship is changing; and half the world鈥檚 governments are making money through citizenship schemes. In Vanuatu, a tiny Pacific Island Nation, a blossoming and controversial passport scheme is in place. Locals are asking why their citizenship is up for sale, so soon after a hard-won battle for independence. We interview brokers, the country鈥檚 first Prime Minister, and community leaders. Vanuatu鈥檚 government says it needs the revenue to boost the weak economy, but many are asking why the money from passport sales does not seem to have trickled down, while growing Chinese influence in the region is becoming a common cause of concern.

Producer: Sarah Treanor
Presenter: Vivienne Nunis