Contributed by: Tia Belau President Peter Christian of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) in his first participation in the 8-member Small Island States (SIS) meeting on Wednesday, September 7 after the unanimous approval of the FSM admission into the sub grouping of the smallest member countries of PIF (Pacific Islands Forum), disclosed that Micronesia […]
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Vice Presidential debate coming up
September 9, 2016 (Koror) Vice Presidential debate slated for September 15 is garnering widespread interest despite announcements that some candidates may not attend the event. Sponsored by Palau Media Council and Palau Community College, the debate seeks to bring candidates to the public on an even playing field, to give the people as much opportunity […]
Shin Kong Hospital concludes 2016 Medical Mission to Palau
The 2016 Medical Mission from the Republic of China Shin Kong Hospital has recently concluded its visit to the Republic of Palau providing free medical services to the people of Palau. This year, the medical team focused on three medical specialty areas which are Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Pulmonology. . [restrict] The Taiwan Medical Mission from […]
Small Island States welcome FSM
By Francis Talasasa Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) was welcomed by leaders of the Small Island States (SIS) as a new member in the group. Prime Minister of Cook Islands and chair of the SIS meeting, Honorable Henry Puna in his welcome note said “SIS has whole heartedly agreed to support and welcome FSM into […]
Silmai charged again for drugs
September 2016 (Koror) Attorney General filed a new drug possession case against Victor Silmai on September 6, 2016 while Mr. Silmai was still awaiting trial for his earlier drug trafficking and possession charges. [restrict] Mr. Silmai was charged earlier on 2 counts of Trafficking of Controlled Substance and Possession of Controlled Substance on May 30 […]
Restaurant operators charged
By Francis Talasasa A Chinese couple operating 7 EAT Restaurant at Medalaii in Koror, have appeared on trial before the Supreme Court of the Republic of Palau on September 7. The two were charged with each count in possession of under sized lobsters and coconut crabs. Mr. Ying Meng Chen and Mrs. Hui Ping Chen […]
