Overview:
Surangel S. Whipps Jr. is set to deliver Palau’s annual State of the Republic Address on April 23 in Ngerulmud, outlining national priorities, progress and challenges for the year ahead. The address, a key fixture on the country’s civic calendar, will be open to the public and broadcast live.
By: Laurel Marewibuel
NGERULMUD, Palau (April 14, 2026) — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. will deliver his annual State of the Republic Address on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the OEK Senate Chamber at the National Capitol here.
The public is invited to attend the event in person or watch the live broadcast, offering a key opportunity to hear the president’s vision for Palau’s future amid ongoing national priorities.
Attendees are asked to dress in island formal attire.
“Save the date,” organizers urged in an invitation, highlighting the address as a cornerstone of the nation’s civic calendar.
The State of the Republic Address, a tradition akin to the U.S. State of the Union, provides Whipps a platform to outline achievements, challenges and policy directions for the year ahead. Last year’s speech focused on economic recovery, climate resilience and infrastructure.
Further details on viewing options and parking will be announced closer to the date.