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Map of the central and south Pacific Ocean highlighting the location of Vaiaku, the national seat of government in Tuvalu. Surrounding island nations and territories are labeled, including Fiji, Samoa, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, and French Polynesia, along with several U.S., French, New Zealand, and U.K. territories. The map provides regional context for Tuvalu's position among Pacific islands.
Vaiaku, Tuvalu

Vaiaku

national seat of government, Tuvalu
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Vaiaku, village, de facto capital of Tuvalu, west-central Pacific Ocean. It is located on the islet of Fongafale, part of Funafuti Atoll, which is the official capital. Most major government offices, including those of the prime minister and cabinet, the High Court, and the unicameral Parliament, are in Vaiaku. The Government Building, located on the west (lagoon) side of Funafuti, is near Funafuti International Airport. Pop. (2002) 516; (2017) 462.

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