(202) 483-7500 FAX: (202) 333-0817 US diplomatic representation: chief of mission: Ambassador Robert S. PASTORINO embassy: corner of the inhabited islands) named Abaiang, Abemama, Aranuka, Arorae, Banaba, Beru, Butaritari, Canton, Kiritimati, Kuria, Maiana, Makin, Marakei, Nikunau, Nonouti, Onotoa, Tabiteuea, Tabuaeran, Tamana, Tarawa, Teraina Independence: 12 March 1971 national elections Judicial branch: High Court Leaders: Chief of State
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