CroatiaThe Pacific island nation of Nauru, the third smallest country in the world and the smallest republic, has officially changed its name to Republic of Naoero, reverting to its traditional name in an effort to strengthen national identity and preserve cultural heritage. The parliament of Nauru adopted a constitutional amendment in May to change the country’s name, initially planning to hold a national referendum. However, President David Adeang announced on Thursday that the referendum would not proceed, stating that 'Naoero' is already part of the national identity, appearing on the state emblem, used in everyday community speech, and permitted by the Constitution. The shortened name of the country will be 'Naoero,' while its citizens will be called 'dei-Naoero.' European colonizers had renamed the country Nauru because they found the original name, Naoero, difficult to pronounce. With a population of around 12,000 people, Nauru is the third smallest country in the world, after Vatican City and Monaco. Adeang emphasized that the decision was not politically motivated but focused on identity, heritage, and preserving the legacy of ancestors while strengthening the future of the next
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