Most countries proudly pinpoint a capital city on the world map—a central place that holds political power, government institutions, and national identity. It’s a universal expectation, almost a rule of nationhood. Yet, somewhere in the Pacific, one tiny country quietly breaks this pattern. Nauru functions normally, recognizes no capital in its constitution, and still manages its affairs without the formality that the rest of the world considers essential.

This remarkable exception belongs to a small island state whose scale, history, and practical needs shaped a completely different administrative setup. Instead of a traditional capital, its key institutions are grouped in one district that operates like the centre of government but has never been officially named as such. With just 21 s

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