Nauru
Nauru, officially known as the Republic of Nauru, is the third smallest country in the world by land area, located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The nation has a population of about 12,500 residents, most of whom live along the coast, which is increasingly threatened by rising sea levels due to climate change. In response to this existential crisis, the Nauruan government has launched a 'golden passport' program, allowing foreign nationals to acquire citizenship in exchange for a significant financial investment, with the aim of generating funds necessary for relocating residents to higher ground and creating a new community. This initiative reflects the serious challenges that small island nations face in the wake of environmental degradation and economic decline.
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Georgia:
Nauru's decision to sever diplomatic relations with Abkhazia is seen as a significant diplomatic victory for Georgia.
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Romania:
Nauru is launching a 'golden passport' program to sell citizenship to foreigners in exchange for funds to relocate its population affected by rising sea levels.
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