KOROR, Palau — Local employees in Palau are set to receive tax refunds next week, marking the first such disbursement in the country’s history. The refunds will be issued from Monday, February 12 to Friday, February 16, at the Amayong Cultural Center in Koror, running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. More than 3,000 individuals […]
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Koror Jail falls short of standards, New Facility Eyed
KOROR, Palau — Palau’s current prison facility in Koror does not meet international standards for overcrowding and hygiene, according to a report released by the Legal Gap Analysis of Gender Equality. The report, part of a broader effort to assess gender equality in Palau, identified “gaps in the prison facilities” that prevent proper separation of […]
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Palau Senate to scrutinize Public Safety Bureau in upcoming hearing
KOROR, Palau – The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Governmental Affairs will hold an oversight hearing on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, for the Bureau of Public Safety (BPS) and its Director, Cary Levitre. This marks the second hearing for Levitre since his appointment eight and a half months ago. The first, held before his four-month […]
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Palau to Craft First Migration Policy with IOM support
KOROR, Palau — Palau is crafting its first-ever national migration policy with technical assistance from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), aiming to harness the potential of migration for development while addressing unique challenges. The Pacific island nation faces complex migration dynamics shaped by its geography, economic development, urbanization, climate change and the Compact of […]
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Palau Senate Bill Aims to Keep Judges Home: Ensuring Domestic Justice Delivery
(Koror, Palau) The Republic of Palau’s Senate Bill No. 11-I01 proposes a significant shift in the judicial landscape, aiming to keep judges and justices physically present within the country for most judicial duties. This article delves into the key points of the bill and its potential implications. Rational for Reform: The bill acknowledges the temporary […]
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Senate to Scrutinize Public Safety Bureau in Upcoming Hearing
KOROR, Palau – The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Governmental Affairs will hold an oversight hearing on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, for the Bureau of Public Safety (BPS) and its Director, Cary Levitre. This marks the second hearing for Levitre since his appointment eight and a half months ago. The first, held before his four-month […]