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Nauru, the world's 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to Naoero

The Pacific Island country of Nauru has changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, its president said, matching the spelling and pronunciation in the national language.

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Formerly called Nauru, the island in the South Pacific wants its name to more closely match how it is said in the language spoken by its people.

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Nauru, the world's 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to NaoeroNPR – World
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Nauru, the world's 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to Naoero

Nauru, a Small Island in South Pacific, Changes Its Name to NaoeroNYTimes – World
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Nauru, a Small Island in South Pacific, Changes Its Name to Naoero

Formerly called Nauru, the island in the South Pacific wants its name to more closely match how it is said in the language spoken by its people.

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Nauru officially changes its name to Naoero

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