Nauru Cuts Citizenship-By-Investment Fees During Global Immigration Turmoil
Nauru has launched a $105,000 citizenship-by-investment program, significantly cheaper than the $200,000 industry standard. While marketed for its speed and climate focus, it faces intense scrutiny from U.S. and European…
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