Kiribati

Country Kiribati
Capital South Tarawa
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Kiribati dollar, Australian dollar(AUD)
Languages English & Gilbertese

South Tarawa

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The Gilbert Islands became a British protectorate in 1892 and a colony in 1915; they were captured by the Japanese in the Pacific War in 1941. The islands of Makin and Tarawa were the sites of major US amphibious victories over entrenched Japanese garrisons in 1943. The Gilbert Islands were granted self-rule by the UK in 1971 and complete independence in 1979 under the new name of Kiribati. The US relinquished all claims to the sparsely inhabited Phoenix and Line Island groups in a 1979 treaty of friendship with Kiribati.

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Kiribati - Wikipedia
Kiribati - CIA World Fact Book
Kiribati - BBC
Kiribati - Timeline - BBC

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Prevalence and spatio-demographic variability of nutrition-related health issues in Kiribati - NaturePrevalence and spatio-demographic variability of nutrition-related health issues in Kiribati  Nature

Explore the best places to visit in Kiribati: Pacific Paradise of Unspoilt Beaches and Culture - AirtelExplore the best places to visit in Kiribati: Pacific Paradise of Unspoilt Beaches and Culture  Airtel

This is the first country in the world to welcome the New Year - The Times of IndiaThis is the first country in the world to welcome the New Year  The Times of India

Building Climate Resilience in Kiribati: How Solar Innovation is Empowering Indigenous Women - Global Center on AdaptationBuilding Climate Resilience in Kiribati: How Solar Innovation is Empowering Indigenous Women  Global Center on Adaptation

Kiribati’s National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Kiribati’s National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Kiribati: In-Depth - Asian Development BankKiribati: In-Depth  Asian Development Bank

Leave no-one behind: social protection reducing poverty in Kiribati - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreLeave no-one behind: social protection reducing poverty in Kiribati  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Health workers on island nation of Kiribati face extraordinary challenges, including climate change - Doctors Without BordersHealth workers on island nation of Kiribati face extraordinary challenges, including climate change  Doctors Without Borders

World Rings in 2025 with Spectacular Celebrations from Kiribati to Times Square - - NewsonairWorld Rings in 2025 with Spectacular Celebrations from Kiribati to Times Square -  Newsonair

New Zealand’s Kiribati Aid Review Further Opens Door for Chinese Influence - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineNew Zealand’s Kiribati Aid Review Further Opens Door for Chinese Influence  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

East Micronesia Cable System lands at Kiribati - Data Center DynamicsEast Micronesia Cable System lands at Kiribati  Data Center Dynamics

EU Ambassador to Kiribati Presents Credentials - EEASEU Ambassador to Kiribati Presents Credentials  EEAS

Location: Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu, Nauru, Kiribati, French Polynesia, New Caledonia and Wallis and Futuna - USEmbassy.govLocation: Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu, Nauru, Kiribati, French Polynesia, New Caledonia and Wallis and Futuna  USEmbassy.gov

A US ally is reconsidering aid to a strategic Pacific nation. Will China move in? - CNNA US ally is reconsidering aid to a strategic Pacific nation. Will China move in?  CNN

High Commissioner to Kiribati - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsHigh Commissioner to Kiribati  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

2025 starts in Kiribati: Kiritimati Island kicks off new year celebrations 8.5 hours before India - Business Today2025 starts in Kiribati: Kiritimati Island kicks off new year celebrations 8.5 hours before India  Business Today

Kiribati Becomes the First Country to Celebrate New Year’s Day - AP7AMKiribati Becomes the First Country to Celebrate New Year’s Day  AP7AM

Friends to all: Kiribati’s security partnership requires patience - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary siteFriends to all: Kiribati’s security partnership requires patience  The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site

Kiribati’s President Wins Reelection: What Does it Mean for the U.S. and China? - usip.orgKiribati’s President Wins Reelection: What Does it Mean for the U.S. and China?  usip.org

Kiribati Accedes to the Biological Weapons Convention - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Kiribati Accedes to the Biological Weapons Convention  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Beyond Copra: Saving Money, Reducing Poverty, and Diversifying Agriculture in Kiribati - World BankBeyond Copra: Saving Money, Reducing Poverty, and Diversifying Agriculture in Kiribati  World Bank

Newly released: Domestic tuna value chain in Kiribati – Analysis and ten-year upgrading strategy - Food and Agriculture OrganizationNewly released: Domestic tuna value chain in Kiribati – Analysis and ten-year upgrading strategy  Food and Agriculture Organization

Jan 1 2025 Is Here: Kiribati Leads The World As Its Island Kiritimati Rings In New Year 8.5 Hours Before India - ETV BharatJan 1 2025 Is Here: Kiribati Leads The World As Its Island Kiritimati Rings In New Year 8.5 Hours Before India  ETV Bharat

SVC4SIDS continues engagement and consultations for business planning in Kiribati - Food and Agriculture OrganizationSVC4SIDS continues engagement and consultations for business planning in Kiribati  Food and Agriculture Organization

Pacific nation of Kiribati explores deep sea mining deal with China - Radio Free AsiaPacific nation of Kiribati explores deep sea mining deal with China  Radio Free Asia

Kiribati - General DebateKiribati  General Debate

Kiribati Explores Deep-Sea Mining Deal with China Amid Global Regulatory Talks - Investing News NetworkKiribati Explores Deep-Sea Mining Deal with China Amid Global Regulatory Talks  Investing News Network

Dan Carter on UNICEF's 'life-changing' work in Kiribati - NZ HeraldDan Carter on UNICEF's 'life-changing' work in Kiribati  NZ Herald

India sends 6-bedded container-based dialysis unit to Kiribati - ANI NewsIndia sends 6-bedded container-based dialysis unit to Kiribati  ANI News

How to Buy Bitcoin (BTC) in Kiribati with Credit Card Online - BitgetHow to Buy Bitcoin (BTC) in Kiribati with Credit Card Online  Bitget

New Zealand reviews Kiribati aid programme after presidential snub - ReutersNew Zealand reviews Kiribati aid programme after presidential snub  Reuters

Kiribati: Challenges for press freedom and access to information - Civicus MonitorKiribati: Challenges for press freedom and access to information  Civicus Monitor

New Zealand reviews its aid to Kiribati after the Pacific island nation snubs an official’s visit - AP NewsNew Zealand reviews its aid to Kiribati after the Pacific island nation snubs an official’s visit  AP News

Tong fears for Kiribati - Islands BusinessTong fears for Kiribati  Islands Business

Kiribati: Court hears appeal from Judge Lambourne as ruling party stays in power - Civicus MonitorKiribati: Court hears appeal from Judge Lambourne as ruling party stays in power  Civicus Monitor

Dedicated health professionals improve care for people on Kiribati - MSFDedicated health professionals improve care for people on Kiribati  MSF

From Maiana to the Maneaba: A New Generation of Leadership in Kiribati - UNDPFrom Maiana to the Maneaba: A New Generation of Leadership in Kiribati  UNDP

Kiribati president secures 3rd term as China, US vie for Pacific leverage - VOA - Voice of America English NewsKiribati president secures 3rd term as China, US vie for Pacific leverage  VOA - Voice of America English News

Why Kiribati should say yes to the Pacific Engagement Visa - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreWhy Kiribati should say yes to the Pacific Engagement Visa  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Humanitarian warehouse to strengthen disaster preparedness in Kiribati - PreventionWebHumanitarian warehouse to strengthen disaster preparedness in Kiribati  PreventionWeb

How Nonprofits Are Helping Deliver Medical Supplies to Kiribati - The Borgen ProjectHow Nonprofits Are Helping Deliver Medical Supplies to Kiribati  The Borgen Project

National Consultation Workshop on Early Warnings for All and Anticipatory Action in Kiribati (19 - 21 March 2025 - Tarawa, Kiribati) - ReliefWebNational Consultation Workshop on Early Warnings for All and Anticipatory Action in Kiribati (19 - 21 March 2025 - Tarawa, Kiribati)  ReliefWeb

Celebrate Wikin te Taetae ni Kiribati – Kiribati Language Week - The University of AucklandCelebrate Wikin te Taetae ni Kiribati – Kiribati Language Week  The University of Auckland

Digital 2025: Kiribati - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Kiribati  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Tarawa Kiribati Temple Groundbreaking: The Lord Remembers Those On The Isles Of - news-pacific.churchofjesuschrist.orgTarawa Kiribati Temple Groundbreaking: The Lord Remembers Those On The Isles Of  news-pacific.churchofjesuschrist.org

NASA Sea Level Team Examines an Island Nation at Risk - NASA Sea Level Change Portal (.gov)NASA Sea Level Team Examines an Island Nation at Risk  NASA Sea Level Change Portal (.gov)

Kiribati rejects claims of diplomatic rift over NZ deputy PM’s cancelled visit - Islands BusinessKiribati rejects claims of diplomatic rift over NZ deputy PM’s cancelled visit  Islands Business

New Zealand to review aid to Kiribati after the Pacific Island nation snubs an official's visit - The IndependentNew Zealand to review aid to Kiribati after the Pacific Island nation snubs an official's visit  The Independent

'We are more than just climate change,' says proud I-Kiribati academic - The University of Auckland'We are more than just climate change,' says proud I-Kiribati academic  The University of Auckland

Kiribati Emerges as a Spectacular Remote Island Paradise with Untouched Beaches and Vibrant Marine Wonders - Travel And Tour WorldKiribati Emerges as a Spectacular Remote Island Paradise with Untouched Beaches and Vibrant Marine Wonders  Travel And Tour World

ABC Radio Australia is now on-air in the Republic of Kiribati - Australian Broadcasting CorporationABC Radio Australia is now on-air in the Republic of Kiribati  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

New Zealand's aid for Kiribati under review after meeting cancelled with Winston Peters - RNZNew Zealand's aid for Kiribati under review after meeting cancelled with Winston Peters  RNZ

New Zealand Beefs with Kiribati as China Looks On - The China-Global South ProjectNew Zealand Beefs with Kiribati as China Looks On  The China-Global South Project

China's Pacific ally Kiribati criticises Beijing missile launch - ReutersChina's Pacific ally Kiribati criticises Beijing missile launch  Reuters

New Zealand’s trouble in paradise - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary siteNew Zealand’s trouble in paradise  The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site

Everything You Need to Know About Women’s Rights in Kiribati - The Borgen ProjectEverything You Need to Know About Women’s Rights in Kiribati  The Borgen Project

Paris 2024: Kiribati make Paralympic debut - Paralympic.orgParis 2024: Kiribati make Paralympic debut  Paralympic.org

WHO supports Kiribati to employ a One Health approach to advancing food safety - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO supports Kiribati to employ a One Health approach to advancing food safety  World Health Organization (WHO)

Clean Water is Flowing in Kiribati - news-pacific.churchofjesuschrist.orgClean Water is Flowing in Kiribati  news-pacific.churchofjesuschrist.org

Wikin te Taetae ni Kiribati - Kiribati Language Week 2025 - parliament.nzWikin te Taetae ni Kiribati - Kiribati Language Week 2025  parliament.nz

Safer hospital for Kiribati - Islands BusinessSafer hospital for Kiribati  Islands Business

Child mortality in Kiribati: a wake-up call for urgent action - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreChild mortality in Kiribati: a wake-up call for urgent action  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Ground broken for temple on tiny Pacific island nation of Kiribati - Church NewsGround broken for temple on tiny Pacific island nation of Kiribati  Church News

Saudi Arabia, Kiribati Sign Air Transport Services Agreement - ????? ??????? ????????Saudi Arabia, Kiribati Sign Air Transport Services Agreement  ????? ??????? ????????

Universal Periodic Review 49: UK Statement on Kiribati - GOV.UKUniversal Periodic Review 49: UK Statement on Kiribati  GOV.UK

State of the Media: Kiribati, 2025 - Australian Broadcasting CorporationState of the Media: Kiribati, 2025  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Takaeang, Aranuka residents showcase climate resistance in Kiribati - The University of AucklandTakaeang, Aranuka residents showcase climate resistance in Kiribati  The University of Auckland

Kiribati water crisis worsens - Australian Broadcasting CorporationKiribati water crisis worsens  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

NZ's relationship with Kiribati strained — aid fund under review - 1NewsNZ's relationship with Kiribati strained — aid fund under review  1News

Kiribati explores deep sea mining deal with China - RNZKiribati explores deep sea mining deal with China  RNZ

Kiribati fishermen tell how they survived being lost at sea for 33 days and solved a family mystery - Australian Broadcasting CorporationKiribati fishermen tell how they survived being lost at sea for 33 days and solved a family mystery  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Kiribati Independence Day - Australian Broadcasting CorporationKiribati Independence Day  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

World Bank Backs Kiribati's Kiritimati Growth Plan - Mirage NewsWorld Bank Backs Kiribati's Kiritimati Growth Plan  Mirage News

Kiribati: How dedicated women support healthcare on the islands - MSF AustraliaKiribati: How dedicated women support healthcare on the islands  MSF Australia

Kiribati: Dedicated health professionals improve care - MSF AustraliaKiribati: Dedicated health professionals improve care  MSF Australia

Water projects bring clean drinking water to 5 Kiribati islands, water aids in Tonga - Church NewsWater projects bring clean drinking water to 5 Kiribati islands, water aids in Tonga  Church News

Report shows poverty in Kiribati has plummeted by 75 per cent - Australian Broadcasting CorporationReport shows poverty in Kiribati has plummeted by 75 per cent  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

On International Day Against Nuclear Tests, WCC shares perspective from Kiribati - World Council of ChurchesOn International Day Against Nuclear Tests, WCC shares perspective from Kiribati  World Council of Churches

Kiribati: Access to clean water in a climate crisis - MSF AustraliaKiribati: Access to clean water in a climate crisis  MSF Australia

Kiribati VAT on non-resident digital services - vatcalc.comKiribati VAT on non-resident digital services  vatcalc.com

Kiribati Church Leaders Welcome Legal Professionals to Special Devotional - news-pacific.churchofjesuschrist.orgKiribati Church Leaders Welcome Legal Professionals to Special Devotional  news-pacific.churchofjesuschrist.org

Lack of water in Kiribati contributing to high obesity rates, study finds - Australian Broadcasting CorporationLack of water in Kiribati contributing to high obesity rates, study finds  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Kiribati Students Boost Their Skills in Seattle - Millennium Challenge Corporation (.gov)Kiribati Students Boost Their Skills in Seattle  Millennium Challenge Corporation (.gov)

Kiribati’s 12yr Old Singing Sensation - Australian Broadcasting CorporationKiribati’s 12yr Old Singing Sensation  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Peters holds tough line over diplomatic rift with Kiribati - 1NewsPeters holds tough line over diplomatic rift with Kiribati  1News

China ties behind Kiribati-NZ impasse, opposition leader says - NewsroomChina ties behind Kiribati-NZ impasse, opposition leader says  Newsroom

Reliant delivers in the Pacific - defence.gov.auReliant delivers in the Pacific  defence.gov.au

Emerging music producer Juny B is mixing EDM with sounds of Kiribati - Australian Broadcasting CorporationEmerging music producer Juny B is mixing EDM with sounds of Kiribati  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Kiribati dodges aid cuts in NZ review - Islands BusinessKiribati dodges aid cuts in NZ review  Islands Business

'Resilient people': I-Kiribati academic Roi Burnett has one clear message about her homeland - ABC Pacific - Australian Broadcasting Corporation'Resilient people': I-Kiribati academic Roi Burnett has one clear message about her homeland - ABC Pacific  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

New Zealand’s strange diplomatic stoush with Kiribati - Islands BusinessNew Zealand’s strange diplomatic stoush with Kiribati  Islands Business

Winston Peters' handling of Kiribati relations criticised by Pacific expert - RNZWinston Peters' handling of Kiribati relations criticised by Pacific expert  RNZ

Aotearoa's i-Kiribati community honours language and culture - RNZAotearoa's i-Kiribati community honours language and culture  RNZ

Mauri! Nesia Daily celebrates Kiribati Language Week - Australian Broadcasting CorporationMauri! Nesia Daily celebrates Kiribati Language Week  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Kiribati becomes first country to enter New Year 2025 - AdaderanaKiribati becomes first country to enter New Year 2025  Adaderana

Samoa and Kiribati included as second round opens for Pacific Engagement Visa - Australian Broadcasting CorporationSamoa and Kiribati included as second round opens for Pacific Engagement Visa  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Kiribati Language Week: Celebrating culture amid rising seas back home - RNZKiribati Language Week: Celebrating culture amid rising seas back home  RNZ

NZ's 'diplomatic tiff' with Kiribati could push it closer to China, warns expert - RNZNZ's 'diplomatic tiff' with Kiribati could push it closer to China, warns expert  RNZ

NZ-Kiribati diplomatic rift: How personalities and misunderstandings can drive foreign aid - RNZNZ-Kiribati diplomatic rift: How personalities and misunderstandings can drive foreign aid  RNZ

CORVI Risk Assessment: Tarawa, Kiribati - Stimson CenterCORVI Risk Assessment: Tarawa, Kiribati  Stimson Center