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Jan 30, 2026 · state.gov
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U.S. Secretary of State Congratulates Nauru on 58th Independence Day

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Key takeaways

  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a press statement for Nauru National Day on January 30, 2026.
  • He congratulated the people of Nauru on their 58th year of independence.
  • The statement describes the day as a commemoration of Nauru’s history and heritage.
  • The United States affirmed a commitment to strengthening its relationship with Nauru.
  • The statement highlights a shared goal of building a peaceful and prosperous Pacific.

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Where is Nauru located and what kind of country is it?Expand

Nauru is a tiny island country (the Republic of Nauru) in the central/south Pacific Ocean (Micronesia), just south of the equator; it is an independent microstate and the world’s smallest republic by area and one of the world’s least populous countries.

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