B: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. urged stronger regional cooperation on maritime security, law enforcement and cybersecurity during the opening dinner of the Sasakawa Security Forum, saying Palau must remain vigilant on the “front line” of the Indo‑Pacific. Speaking at the event hosted by Sasakawa USA, Whipps thanked forum organisers […]
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Taiwan Showcases Smart Medical Tech in Geneva; Palau Praised for Support
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Taiwan showcased its smart medical technologies and reinforced its push for international participation at events held in Geneva during the World Health Assembly, officials said. At an international press conference and the “Taiwan Smart Medical and Health Technology Exhibition,” held during the WHA, Taipei officials and private-sector representatives displayed […]
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Japan-backed School Bus Still Serving Peleliu Students After 14 Years, Embassy Says
By: Laurel Marewibuel PELELIU, Palau — A 30‑seat school bus provided to Peleliu Elementary School through Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects continues to transport students 14 years after delivery, the Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Palau said. The embassy’s GGP coordinator visited the school, and met with Principal Zeralda Smau as part […]
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Israel warns all residents in southern Lebanon to leave
By Middle East correspondent Matthew Doran In short: (ABC-Australia) Israel has told all residents in southern Lebanon they should evacuate because of fighting with Hezbollah. It is the first time Israel has taken such a step since a ceasefire came into effect in Lebanon. Israel has in recent days intensified strikes on Hezbollah targets within […]
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United States pathway opens for Tongan youth through new American football programme
WELLINGTON, 28 MAY 2026 (PMN) — Tonga’s young athletes are being given a new pathway to the United States through an American football programme training players at a local high school. The initiative is aiming to turn raw talent in the kingdom into education and sporting opportunities overseas. Around 15 players are currently involved, with […]
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U.S prepares to auction leases for seabed mining blocks in federal waters
WASHINGTON, 28 MAY 2026 (MONGABAY) — The U.S agency responsible for overseeing deep-sea mining in federal waters is preparing to auction off seabed blocks within months — a step that could kick-start commercial-scale deep-sea mining and make the U.S one of the first countries to allow it. Deep-sea mining has not yet begun anywhere in […]