\ the past. . Hiyane reports that the agricultural potential of the islands mentioned is good. Other smaller islands and islets can also. be Geveloped later. Unfortunately several of the islands have been completely destroyed or ruined for agriculture as a result of the explosion of atomic weapons. | The smaller islands and islets in the atoll which were never used for agricultural purposes will continue to provide birds and turtles and their eggs. | The surrounding reefs of these areas teem with fish and other marine fauna as well. This is an extremely important factor in the local economy. ‘tt will be crucial in the successful relocation of the former inhabitants of the atoll. The abundance and variety of the marine fauna on Bikini, are invarlably central to any discussion of that atoll by its former inhabitants. The rich natural resources of Bikini are always compared with the unfavorable situation on Kili. Several factors point to Eneu Island as the most logical ‘Place to start the agricultural-economic rehabilitation of the atoll. The final decision should, however, be made only with the full concurrence of the Bikini people. be done with che leaders of the group. All planning snould This is not only equit- able but it wili prevent problems after the people have returned to Bikini. oo | The excellent harbors off Eneu, Bikini, Nam and elsewhere in the atoll wili of course be crucial in the rehabilitation Arvensix I te - 4.926|2I08/ COB, Exsliceure 1