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What is the name of the world’s newest republic?
ANamibia
BAustralia
CBarbados
DNew Zealand
Correct answer
C. Barbados
Explanation
Barbados parts way with Queen and becomes world’s newest republic. Barbados has officially removed Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state and become the world’s newest republic. In an overnight ceremony in the capital, Bridgetown, Dame Sandra Mason was sworn in as president.