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Kiribati gained independence on 12 July 1979.
photo: Facebook / Visit Kiribati
The people of Kiribati will celebrate 45 years of independence this weekend and will go to the polls next month to elect a new legislature, the People’s Assembly (Maneaba ni Maungatabu).
Kiribati gained independence on 12 July 1979.
The government plans three weeks of events to celebrate National Day, including sports events, singing and beauty pageants, to engage the whole of society.
The U.S. Embassy in Suva issued a statement on the 10th saying: “The United States is committed to working with Kiribati to create a peaceful, prosperous and secure future.”
“Our commitment to advancing common interests and our collective commitment to democratic principles are at the heart of our joint efforts,” U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement.
“Together, we are promoting responsible and sustainable management of our ocean resources, addressing the climate crisis, strengthening people-to-people ties, and increasing economic opportunities for the people of Kiribati,” he said.
Other countries and diplomatic missions in China also sent congratulatory messages.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong also extended her best wishes to the Government and people of Kiribati.
“Australia and Kiribati share a vision for a peaceful, stable and prosperous blue Pacific and we are working together to achieve that vision,” she wrote on X, sharing a photo of her with President Taneti Mamao.
Meanwhile, the first round of voting for 45 seats and the presidency will take place on Wednesday, August 14, and the second round will take place the following Monday (August 19).
Candidates mainly run for single-member seats, but many seats elect multiple members.
If no candidate receives 50% of the votes in the first round of voting, a second round of voting will be required.
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