In a landslide victory, Kiribati’s president who is known for his pro-China stance successfully retained his parliamentary seat in the recent election. The results of the election reflected concerns over the cost of living, rising sea levels, and the nation’s growing ties with Beijing.
According to the results released by Kiribati’s Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs on Thursday, Taneti Maamau secured nearly 83% of the vote in the Onotoa constituency, positioning him strongly for a potential reelection as president.
Source: AFP