early independence
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Time running out for Nauruans on early independence
Despite prolonged discussions in Canberra, by early October the Australian Government had not formally committed itself to the granting of independence to Nauru by January 31. The Nauruan delegation in Canberra was concerned at the delay, as an agreement would have to be ratified by Federal Parliament, which will rise on November 3.
Nevertheless the Nauruan delegation was continuing work on the constitution details in ex pectation of agreement.
The Nauruans have asked for full independence, and want to establish a presidential system.
The UN has supported them.
Nauru has a separate phosphate economy.