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Australia announces opening of an embassy in Palau

The Australian government will open an embassy in Palau, according to a speech by Prime Minister Scott Morrison in a speech on Nov. 8. The announcement of Morrison is part of Australia’s “step-up” in Pacific engagement. “We’re also expanding our diplomatic footprint.  Our diplomatic network is already larger than any other country in the Pacific […]

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Australia’s US$60K support to boost Palau Pledge initiative

The government–backed Palau’s Pledge initiative gained support from the government of Australia with a donation of US$60,000 to help continue the program’s aim to curb ecological damage caused by increasing numbers of tourists. Australia’s Foreign Minister Julie Bishop at a reception Sunday night, handed the check to Palau State Minister of State Rehuher-Marugg for the Palau Pledge […]

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