By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau — Lawmakers move to end the post-election delay before counting absentee ballots. A bill introduced in the House of Delegates this week would require absentee ballots in national elections to be counted on the same day as all other ballots, ending the current seven-day waiting period after Election Day. […]
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Whipps: Low-Interest ADB Loans Offer Path to Stabilize Palau’s Economy, Reduce Debt
By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Palau — President Surangel Whipps Jr. said Palau has a significant opportunity to stabilize its economy and reduce long-term debt through access to low-interest loans from the Asian Development Bank, following his recent visit to ADB headquarters. President Surangel Whipps Jr. meets with ADB President Masato Kanda at ADB Headquarters in […]
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Koror Passes Fishing Rules With New Licensing and Conservation Measures
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Feb. 3, 2026) Koror State has passed an updated fishing license bill aimed at modernizing fishing regulations, improving permit management and strengthening protections for marine resources. The new law takes effect Jan. 1, 2026, and introduces monthly licensing requirements along with revised fees, particularly for non-Palauan fishers. Governor Eyos Rudimch […]
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Koror State Legislature makes history with first woman Speaker
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau — The 13th Koror State Legislature marked a historic milestone for the state government after the organization of its 13th Legislature. Koror State Speaker Marie A. Nabeyama, first female speaker of Koror State Government. (Photo credit: TMC YouTube Talk Show) Legislator Marie A. Nabeyama was selected as Speaker of the […]
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February Declared Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Palau
By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. has declared the month of February as Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness Month, calling on the public to learn more about human trafficking, recognize warning signs, and help protect vulnerable people in Palau. The proclamation describes human trafficking as a modern form of slavery that affects […]
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Whipps Declares January–March as Red Ribbon Campaign Period Under OMKAR Initiative
By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. has proclaimed January, February and March 2026 as the Red Ribbon Campaign period in Palau, launching a nationwide awareness effort under the OMKAR Initiative to promote mental wellness and prevent polysubstance use . President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. has proclaimed January, February and March […]