Rudimch says measure could violate national law and put public land leaseholders at risk of losing homes By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 19, 2026)— Eyos Rudimch has vetoed a controversial lease reform bill that would have expanded the ability of Koror public land leaseholders to transfer or use their leases as collateral, saying the […]
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Palau Veterans to Honor Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day
Families, veterans and communities to honor Palauan troops lost in combat and military service By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 20, 2026) — Veterans in Palau will honor the nation’s fallen heroes during Memorial Day observances on May 25, remembering Palauan men who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military during conflicts in […]
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Survey Highlights Lessons From Bopha Relocation Efforts in Palau’s Coastal Communities
Study finds cultural ties and lack of formal planning remain major barriers to moving vulnerable families to safer areas By L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 19, 2026)— A recent survey by the International Organization for Migration found that proper planning and stronger communication are critical to successfully relocating people displaced by climate change in Palau, […]
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PICRC, Toba Aquarium renew cooperation agreement, expand research and cultural exchanges
KOROR, Palau — The Palau International Coral Reef Center and Toba Aquarium renewed their Friendship and Cooperation Agreement this month, reaffirming nearly a decade of collaboration focused on marine conservation education, research exchanges and public awareness of marine ecosystems. From right to left: Kusuda yasushi Director general of Policy Planning, Wakai yoshihito Director Toba Aquarium, […]
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Bridging Ages: Airai–Ngaraard Poet Honors Elders at Senior Citizens Day
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — A young poet from Airai and Ngaraard used verse on Saturday to honor elders and the shared history between the two states, delivering a poem that event organizers called a heartfelt bridge between generations. “Being from both Airai & Ngaraard, I really wanted to make both states proud,” said […]
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Whipps Creates New Steering Committee for Belau National Hospital Relocation
Executive order shifts project from planning phase to implementation oversight By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Surangel Whipps Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 503 creating a new steering committee to oversee the next phase of the Belau National Hospital relocation project. President Surangel Whipps Jr. dissolved the previous relocation committee and formed a new […]