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| Country/Region |  Kiribati |
|---|---|
| Code | KIR |
| Created | 2002 |
| Recognized | 2003 |
| Continental Association | ONOC |
| Headquarters | Teaoraereke, South Tarawa |
| President | Nicholas McDermott [1] [2] |
| Secretary General | Tenoa Betene [3] |
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