New Delhi, Jan. 31 -- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended congratulations to the Republic of Nauru on their Independence Day on Friday.

In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "Warm greetings to FM Lionel Rouwen Aingimea, the Government and the people of the Republic of Nauru on their Independence Day. Look forward to further strengthening our friendship in the Indo-Pacific."

Bilateral relations with Nauru are cordial and friendly.

As per the Indian High Commission in Canberra, India is a strong development partner for Nauru, with its assistance well recognised.

Notably, India first proposed for Nauru's independence in the UN in early 1960s that was supported by the then USSR. Hence, Nauru has special regard for India.

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