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The government of the Marshall Islands is the largest employer, employing 30. 6 % of the work force, down by 3. 4 % since 1988.

GDP is derived mainly from payments made by the United States under the terms of the Compact of Free Association.

Direct U. S. aid accounted for 60 % of the Marshalls ' $ 90 million budget.