Aiwo
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Aiwo (rarely Aiue, in earlier times Yangor) is a district and constituency in the country Nauru, located in the west of the island. It covers an area of 1.1 km² and a population of 1300. Sometimes, it is called the unofficial capital city of Nauru. Even though Nauru does not have an official capital city, it is more common for Yaren to be cited as such.
The majority of Nauruan industry is located in Aiwo, including:
- The Aiue Boulevard
- The New Boat Port
- The Chinatown of the island
- A youth hostel (the only hotel is in Meneng)
- The power house
- The Nauru Local Government Council chambers and offices
- The NPC processing facilities and cantilever
The district returns 2 members to the Nauruan Parliament in Yaren.
| Districts of Nauru |  |
|---|---|
| Aiwo • Anabar • Anetan • Anibare • Baiti • Boe • Buada • Denigomodu • Ewa • Ijuw • Meneng • Nibok • Uaboe • Yaren |
