Nauru

Nauru, officially the Republic of Nauru, is an island country and microstate in Micronesia, located in the Central Pacific. It is the third-smallest country by area in the world, covering just 21 square kilometers, and has a population of approximately 10,800 people as of 2023, making it the second least-populous country after Vatican City. The capital is Yaren, which serves as the de facto administrative center. The official languages are Nauruan and English. Nauru operates as a unitary parliamentary republic. The economy has historically been based on phosphate mining, but reserves are now depleted, leading to economic challenges and reliance on foreign aid. Nauru is known for its unique ecological and geological features, including a central plateau surrounded by coral reefs. The country is a member of international organizations such as the United Nations, the Pacific Islands Forum, and the Commonwealth of Nations.