[Koror, Palau – April 27, 2026]A new chapter in global sustainable tourism has been written. Following a successful six-day diplomatic mission (April 22–27), the new sustainability initiative “Pristine Earth” has officially launched in Palau. This week-long visit allowed international ambassadors to witness firsthand the power of the “Palau Model,” demonstrating its potential to be exported […]
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New Chief of Immigration Sworn In After Vacancy Period
KOROR, Palau (April 22, 2026) — The Bureau of Customs and Border Protection has sworn in Mr. Bradley O. Kumangai as the new Chief of Immigration, filling a position that had been vacant for a period of time within the Division of Immigration. (left to right) Chief of Corporate Services Robert Tarkong, New Chief of Immigration […]
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Students Lead Reef Restoration Effort in Palau, Planting Clams and Monitoring Crown-of-Thorns
Earth Month event highlights youth role in protecting Marine Protected Areas By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (April 18, 2026) — Nineteen students from Meyuns Elementary School helped boost local reef resilience Friday, planting six reef stars and 19 clams while monitoring for Crown‑of‑Thorns Starfish during a scaled‑back Earth Month event. The activity, held after the […]
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Taiwan Embassy Outlines Long-Term Healthcare Gains from Rotary VTT Partnership with Palau
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (April 23, 2026) — The Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) expects its ongoing medical partnership with Palau, bolstered by a Rotary International Vocational Training Team (VTT) project, to transform the island nation’s healthcare system over the next five to 10 years. “Beyond the medical equipment and training already […]
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BOA interns support farmers, strengthen data tracking under ADB program
JFPR-funded initiative advances food security and outreach through August 2026 By: Telbakes Yano (BOA Intern) April 13, 2026 — The Asian Development Bank (ADB), through the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific (JFPR), is supporting the Bureau of Agriculture (BOA) by funding two interns, Telbakes Yano and Yolanda Kloulubak, under its […]
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PICRC welcomes new Researcher—Lauren Shea
The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) is pleased to welcome Lauren Shea as a new Researcher. Lauren brings extensive experience in marine science, field operations, and expedition leadership. PICRC welcomes new Researcher—Lauren Shea. Photo credit: PICRC Lauren holds a Master’s degree in Fisheries Economics from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor’s degree […]