Nauru national identity and name change process
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Nauru officially changes name to Republic of Naoero
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Eswatini reverted its name from Swaziland.
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Nauru became an independent republic.
The coral limestone atoll of Nauru transitioned to an independent republic in 1968. Before achieving independence, the territory was colonized by Germany and subsequently administered by Australia.
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The phosphate industry collapsed, leading to economic ruin.
During the 1970s, phosphate mining generated substantial wealth for Nauru. However, the industry eventually collapsed, a process that led the country to the brink of economic ruin by the 1990s.
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Date unknown Background
Phosphate mining created significant wealth in the country.
During the 1970s, phosphate mining operations generated significant wealth for Nauru.
However, following the collapse of the industry, the country faced economic ruin by the 1990s.