By J. Ngoriakl11/06/2025Koror, Palau. Voter rights or suffrage, a paramount feature of our democracy, hinges on the accessibility and fairness of the voting process, and polling places are central to this sacred democratic principle. Even seemingly innocuous changes, like last-minute closures or consolidation of polling places, can have profound consequences. Such disruptions disproportionately affect voters […]
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Keeping the local in locally led development
By Mark Moran CANBERRA (DEVPOLICY.ORG) —The notion of “locally led development” should be reserved for leader-led development through local communities, civil society, churches, small businesses and Indigenous NGOs; something that pre-exists and endures independently of external aid, regardless of the benefits it derives from such aid. DFAT released its Guidance Note on Locally Led Development […]
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Total Hypocrisy at the World Stage – Mr. Surangel Whipps Jr.
[Richard Salvador response to Mr. Surangel Whipps’ UNGA statement] September 25, 2025 What profound hypocrisy and mendacity Palau displays at the United Nations General Assembly! It professes lofty ideals about war and peace while endorsing the escalating American militarization of the western Pacific, alongside its deceptive and dishonest stance at the UN on the Palestinian […]
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Your right to know:
Why journalism and access to information matter more than ever Independent journalism and access to public information are mutually reinforcing: societies cannot remain informed or resilient if either is undermined, write David Walmsley and Tawfik Jelassi, who stress that defending the right to know is not optional. Today is both World News Day and the […]
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Celebrating three decades of friendship:
A journey toward a new 30-year partnership By Lee Sang-hwa, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Republic of Palau The year 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Palau. Since formal ties were established on March 22, 1995, our countries have bridged geographical […]
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A call to support Taiwan’s participation in ICAO
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) convenes its Assembly once every three years. During the event, multilateral meetings and discussions are held to draw up global civil aviation regulations and standards. Nations abide by the conclusions drawn at the Assembly, ensuring the safe and orderly growth of international civil aviation worldwide. The 42nd session of […]