KOROR, Palau — President Surangel Whipps Jr. has introduced a bill proposing salary increases for the Executive, Judiciary, and members of the Olbiil Era Kelulau (OEK), aiming to “strengthen the leadership capacity of our institutions, mitigate the risks of out-migration, and enhance public trust in the integrity of our governance .” In tandem with a […]
Author Archives: Leilani Reklai
Posted inTop Stories
U.S. donates ambulance to Palau for enhanced Airport Emergency response
KOROR, Palau – The United States formally handed over a state-of-the-art ambulance to Palau on Wednesday, marking a significant contribution to the nation’s emergency response capabilities at its international airport. US government donates state-of-the-art fire truck to support ARFF emergency readiness. Picture of official handover of the vehicle to ARFF on Wednesday, December 17, 2024. […]
Posted inTop Stories
Palau’s Immigration crackdown raises concerns over oversight and Economic Impact
Koror, Palau (Dec. 19, 2024) – President Surangel Whipps Jr. signed Presidential Directive No. 24-65 on Wednesday, December 18, instituting immigration controls for a 90-day period in an effort to combat criminal activity linked to foreign nationals. However, the directive has raised concerns over the scope of authority given to the National Security Coordinator and […]
Posted inTop Stories
Palau launches First E-Payment System for Customs and Tax Payments
KOROR, Palau – Paying customs duties for goods arriving at Palau’s ports, post office, and airport is now possible from the comfort of home or office, thanks to the launch of the country’s first e-payment system by the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP). Palau Launches First E-Payment System for Customs and Tax Payments […]
Posted inTop Stories
New Books document Palau’s History through Photos and Artifacts
Two new publications unveiled this week contribute significantly to Palau’s historical record, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of Palauans during the early colonial periods. The two-volume set, published by Mandy Etpison and Dr. Constanze Dupont, includes Palau in Photos, a photo album featuring images from 1875 to 1915, and Palau in Europe, a […]
Posted inTop Stories
Two Palauan men charged with meth possession and trafficking
KOROR, Palau – Two Palauan men were charged last week with possession and trafficking of methamphetamine, also known as “ice,” according to court records. On Dec. 9, the Office of the Attorney General filed charges against Mars Henion, who faces two felony counts of possession of a controlled substance. One count involves the possession of […]