By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (January 16, 2026)— Taiwan’s new resident ambassador to Palau, Andy Kang-I Chen, formally assumed his post Tuesday after presenting his credentials to President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. in a brief ceremony at the President’s Office in the One Stop Shop building in Medalaii. Taiwan’s new resident ambassador to Palau, […]
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Sowei Clan files lawsuit challenging sale of Peleliu land for U.S. defense site
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Contending members of the Sowei Clan of Peleliu have filed a lawsuit in Palau’s Supreme Court challenging the sale of clan land to the Republic of Palau for use as a U.S. military defense site, claiming the transaction was unauthorized, illegal, and carried out without the consent required under […]
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Palau Senate Moves to Restore PICRC, Power Subsidies Cut From FY2026 Budget
By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Palau (January 13, 2026) The Palau Senate has approved a bill to restore funding for the Palau International Coral Reef Center and reinstate residential electricity subsidies that were sharply reduced by President Surangel Whipps Jr., sending the measure to the House of Delegates for consideration. PPUC gets new upgraded powerlines and […]
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Ngaraard Governor Sharp Sakuma Sworn In for Second Term
KOROR, Palau — Ngaraard Gov. Sharp Sakuma was sworn in Monday, beginning his second term as governor of Ngaraard State. Sharp Sakuma is sworn in as the Governor of Ngaraard `1th State Government. The oath of office was administered at the Palau Supreme Court in Koror, where Sakuma was joined by family members and supporters […]
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Palauan Women Launch ‘DiReNg’ Sisterhood for Health and Heart
By: Laurel Marewibuel Ngoriakl said. “We’re starting small to test out the concept of integrating a commitment to exercise, guided journaling and self-reflection (based on Stoicism), sisterhood-building, and cultivating a safe space for women.” KOROR, Palau — Jo Ngoriakl is launching DiReNg, a 12-week holistic health and fitness program for women inspired by the Palauan […]
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Search Suspended for Missing Palau Fisherman After Boat Found Near Angaur
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (January 8, 2026) — Authorities have suspended the search for local fisherman Kailang Asanuma after seven days of coordinated air and sea operations, following the recovery of his boat 110 miles from Koror, southwest of Angaur, officials said Thursday. Asanuma was reported missing Jan. 2 after failing to return from […]