Delegates back cattle and goat farms, while critics point to lack of research, past failures, and questions over sustainability By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau (April 30, 2026)– Last week, delegates passed a resolution urging President Whipps and the Agriculture, Fisheries, and Environment Ministry (MAFE) “to establish a cattle and livestock farm, primarily cows and […]
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Second Recall Petition Clears Threshold for Ngchesar Delegate, But Critics Dispute Allegations
Voters defend Ngirmechaet’s record, say accusations lack evidence and reflect personal grievances By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (April 2026) — A second petition to recall Ngchesar State Delegate Rebecca Sebalt Ngirmechaet has met the signature threshold required to move forward, but residents are sharply divided over whether the claims behind the effort are justified. Delegate […]
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Legal Battle Over Seized Fishing Vessel Tests Palau’s EEZ Authority
Lawyers argue Sinar Arindo-6 was outside national waters as prosecutors cite shark finning evidence By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (April 30, 2026) Defense lawyers for an Indonesian fishing vessel are asking the Palau Supreme Court to toss out a major forfeiture case, arguing the ship was seized in disputed waters and that Palau has no […]
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Palau Unites for National Earth Month 2026
“The Spirit of Kingrohoshi for Successful Communities” The Republic of Palau once again demonstrated the strength of community stewardship and collective responsibility through the successful observance of National Earth Month 2026 under the continuing theme: “Investing in Our Communities for Success.” Throughout the month of April, communities, traditional leaders, schools, state governments, NGOs, youth groups, […]
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Palau Enters Neutral Climate Phase, Drier Months And Warmer Temperatures Expected
KOROR, Palau (April 2026) — Palau is moving into a neutral climate phase after a short-lived La Niña ended in early April, according to the latest Palau Climate Bulletin. Forecasters say this shift could bring less rain and warmer conditions in the months ahead, with a possible move toward El Niño later this year. The […]
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Regional symposium targets renewable transition and stronger energy data across Pacific SIDS
By Ngeldei Tulop PORT MORESBY — Government officials, regional agencies and development partners convened this week for the Pacific SIDS Regional Symposium and Energy Statistics Training Workshop, focusing on renewable energy transition and strengthening energy data systems across the region. The three-day event, held at APEC Haus, brought together representatives from Pacific Small Island Developing […]