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Kiribati is a sovereign Pacific country spread across the Gilbert, Phoenix, and Line island groups. It consists mainly of 32 low-lying coral atolls and the raised coral island of Banaba, with South Tarawa serving as the capital and main population center. Kiribati and English are official languages. Fishing and coconut cultivation are important livelihoods, while the islands' narrow land areas and low elevation expose them to coastal flooding, saltwater intrusion, and other effects of sea-level rise.
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What is the capital of Kiribati?
South Tarawa is the capital and main population center of Kiribati. It is located on the Tarawa Atoll in the Gilbert Islands.
How many islands make up Kiribati?
Kiribati consists mainly of 32 low-lying coral atolls and the raised coral island of Banaba. The islands are spread across the Gilbert, Phoenix, and Line island groups.
What languages are spoken in Kiribati?
Kiribati and English are the country's official languages. Kiribati, also called Gilbertese, is widely used in daily life and local communities.
Why is Kiribati vulnerable to climate change?
Many Kiribati islands are low coral atolls only a few metres above sea level. This makes saltwater intrusion, coastal erosion, and flooding serious concerns for communities around South Tarawa and other atolls.
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