By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang AIMELIIK, Palau — Antonio Ngirturong was installed Sunday as the new Rengulbai of Aimeliik, taking his seat in the Ngarkeai, the traditional council of chiefs of Aimeliik State. Ngirturong, younger brother of the late Rengulbai Kalistus Ngirturong, was formally installed through a traditional Omelobech ceremony held at Bai-Rekeai in Ngerkeai, Aimeliik. […]
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Ministry of Finance Seeks Nonlapsing Appropriation for FY2023 Single Audit
By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Republic of Palau — The Ministry of Finance has formally requested that the Olbiil Era Kelulau make nonlapsing the funding appropriated for the Government’s FY2023 Single Audit, citing a series of circumstances that prevented the funds from being utilized before the appropriation period expired. In a Miscellaneous Communication filed with the […]
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Taiwan to Post Criminal Investigator at Palau Embassy to Combat Transnational Crime
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Taiwan will assign an agent from its Criminal Bureau of Investigation to its embassy in Palau to help local law enforcement combat a growing wave of transnational crime that officials say is originating from Asia, Taiwan’s Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao and Palau’s Minister of Justice Jennifer Olegeriil announced last […]
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Palau Explores Hydrogen Energy as Alternative to Imported Fuel
By: Laurel Marewibuel Koror, Palau (June 11, 2026) — Palau is exploring the potential of hydrogen energy as part of ongoing efforts to reduce reliance on imported fuel and address climate change impacts. The topic gained attention following a recent visit by President Surangel S. Whipps Jr., Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment Steven Victor, […]
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Palau Expands Global Reach Through Sport Fishing Showcase
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Palau is continuing to strengthen its presence in the global sport fishing market following its recent participation in a major international trade-show in San Diego, California. A delegation led by the Palau Visitors Authority (PVA) represented the country, including representatives Sharrise Ngiraked and Deshay Yobech, PVA Board Member Ashley […]
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Palau Taro Flour shines on the local and international stage
Palau’s locally produced taro flour recently took center stage on both the international and national stage, making its debut at Beauty World Japan 2026 on May 18th to 20th and then at the Palau Development Symposium on May 28th. The appearances highlighted Palau’s potential in value-added agricultural products and showcased a traditional staple crop. Palau […]