Robert Weber

On Easter Island, dedicated few trying to preserve native Rapa Nui language

Global Politics

Easter Island’s Rapa Nui language nearly died after Chile annexed the island. But, perhaps sensing that losing the language would endanger the island’s status as a major tourist draw, the Chilean government is now working with the people of Easter Island to preserve the language and teach it to a new generation.

Easter Island’s Rapa Nui Language Attempts a Comeback

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