NEW YORK, 08 APRIL 2026 (UN NEWS CENTRE)—Eleven countries voted in favour of the draft, which was vetoed by permanent members China and Russia while Colombia and Pakistan abstained. The draft resolution sought to strongly encourage States interested in the use of commercial maritime routes in the Strait of Hormuz – which lies between Iran, […]
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Whipps rejects $60M Malakal Port appraisal as ‘bogus,’ stalling negotiations
Dispute over $15M valuation raises tensions between national government and Koror State By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (April 2, 2026) — “The $60 million appraisal is bogus,” President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. said, as negotiations between the national government and the Koror State Government over the proposed purchase of Malakal Port stalled over sharply differing […]
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Palau Secures First Saudi Loan, Launches $15M Housing Push Through NDBP
Historic deal shifts development bank into direct builder role, targeting affordable homes for Palauans By: L.N. Reklai “This is a historic day in Palau and Saudi relations,” President Surangel Whipps Jr. said, as Palau signed its first-ever loan agreement with Saudi Arabia, marking a new partnership and a major shift in how the National Development […]
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Controversial Postal Policy Deferred in Palau Following Lawmaker Pushback
Families, state leaders question cost and service impact of proposed P.O. box restrictions By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (April 6, 2026) — A controversial plan to restrict postal box sharing has been put on hold after lawmakers pushed back against rising costs and service concerns, prompting a reversal by Postmaster General Santy Asanuma during […]
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New MOU Aims to Transform Broadcast Journalism in Palau
Equipment transfer and training initiative targets stronger, more accountable media coverage KOROR, Palau (April 6, 2026) — “This MOU formalizes a commitment we envisioned during the 2025 Mini Games and supports future planning for a stronger, more accountable media sector,” said Frank Kyota, as the Palau National Olympic Committee and the Palau Media Council signed […]
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Senate Advances Major Pension Reform Bill to Address $304M Shortfall
Plan shifts to savings-style accounts, raises retirement age and contributions By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau (April 6, 2026) — “The numbers are clear … now the only remaining step is the political will to see this through,” Sen. Mark Rudimch said as lawmakers advanced a major bill to reform Palau’s Civil Service Pension Plan. […]