Nauru opposition calls

by Radio New Zealand International

The Nauru opposition is calling on Australia to continue to support vital development projects on the island despite its decision to shut down the asylum seeker detention camps on the island.

Dr Kieren Keke, the leader of a group of politicians who resigned from the government last month, says most Nauruans can understand Australia’s decision to close the camp, but the financial impact on Nauru will be felt deeply.

He says the funds Nauru received for allowing the facility to operate played an important role in helping the country get back on its feet.