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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Virtual Gallery Project Opens New Digital Stage for Palauan Artists
Japanese artist Tomoya Uemura uses immersive technology to transform how audiences experience art By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — “Palau changed my life,” says Japanese painter Tomoya Uemura, whose passion for art and technology is now helping create a new way for people around the world to experience and appreciate Palauan art through virtual reality. […]
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Celebrating Earth Month with BOA: BOA in Action Across Palau
By: Telbi Yano Celebrating Earth Month in full force, the Bureau of Agriculture (BOA) carried out a dynamic series of activities across Palau, partnering with schools and agencies to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship. In building anticipation for Earth Day, BOA’s Horticulture Division kicked off a series of activities starting from April 16 to April […]
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Palau Reinforces Climate Resilience with PICRA 2.0 Amid Rising Climate Threats
Updated regional climate assessment to guide policy, infrastructure and community adaptation as sea-level rise, water security and public health risks intensify. KOROR, Palau (May 25, 2026) — “Climate change is one of the greatest threats to Palau’s future,” researchers and government officials warned as the nation advanced efforts to update a major regional climate assessment […]
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Pacific leaders to meet in Palau as partners back logistics support
PIF Secretary-General Baron Waqa says leaders remain committed to a face-to-face summit despite ongoing economic pressures. Monday 25 May 2026 | 05:30 Kaneta Naimatau Multimedia Journalist (Fiji Sun) The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders’ meeting in Palau will proceed as a face-to-face gathering in August despite rising fuel costs and the ongoing Middle East crisis. […]
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SIGNING CEREMONY BETWEEN MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCES, CULTURE, TOURISM, AND DEVELOPMENT AND JICA PALAU OFFICE
On the 8th of May, Minister Tmetuchl of the Ministry of Human Resources, Culture, Tourism, and Development and Chief Representative Mr. AOKI of JICA Palau Office officially signed the Record of Discussions for “The Project for Formulating Community Promotion Plan through Management of Historical Heritages”. The purpose of this Record of Discussions is to establish […]