By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, PALAU – The Palau Senate has launched a major investigation into the country’s biggest solar power project, the Solar Pacific Independent Power Producer (IPP), referring it to the Special Prosecutor over serious allegations. Lawmakers believe millions of dollars may have been lost due to possible illegal tax breaks and other issues […]
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U.S. Government Donates Three Vehicles to Palau K9 Unit to Strengthen Drug Detection Efforts
“The handover of these assets is reflective of Palau and the U.S.’s joint commitment to policing and the detection of illicit drugs and contraband at Palau’s borders, other points of entry and areas of interest,” according to MOJ statement. By: Faith Chen KOROR, Palau — On Sept. 25, 2025, a handover ceremony was held at […]
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Palau President Whipps meets United Airlines CEO and officials
WASHINGTON,25 SEPTEMBER 2025 (PALAU GOVT)—Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr recently attended a United Airlines Board of Directors event in Washington, D.C. The event provided an opportunity for President Whipps to meet with CEO Scott Kirby and various United Airlines officials and Board Members. The meeting underscored the strong relationship between Palau and United Airlines, a […]
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Free Medical Services and Sustainable Health PartnershipsBrought to Palau by Pacific Partnership
By: Summer KennardKOROR, Palau — “This is a humanitarian mission built around disaster response and health,” said Cmdr. Krystal Chunaco, director of medical operations for Pacific Partnership 2025. “We know our time here is short, so the goal is not just care today, but building long-term capability by working side by side with Palau’s healthcare […]
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Budget Bill Stalled as House Leaders Travel Abroad, Shutdown Looms
By L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — With just over a week before the new fiscal year begins, Palau’s 2026 budget bill is stalled as House leaders travel overseas. Their absence means there is no quorum to call a session or form a conference committee to iron out differences between the Senate and the President. The […]
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Palau Finalizes Independence Day 2025 Schedule Amid Funding Challenges
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Palau has announced the official schedule of events for its 2025 Independence Day celebrations, with organizers confirming that the popular boat race will go ahead despite major funding challenges. “The Independence Day Boat Race will take place on Sunday, September 28, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at both […]