By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau — The second panel of the Cheldebechel Forum tackled one of Palau’s most complex questions: how two recognized systems of governance — constitutional and traditional — operate side by side in everyday life, and what happens when their lines of authority blur. Cheldebechel Forum tackled one of Palau’s most complex […]
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Palau Leaders Clash Over Talks on Third-Country Nationals Agreement
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — A leadership meeting convened by President Surangel Whipps Jr. yesterday, January 22, 2026, to discuss Palau’s agreement to accept third-country nationals under a memorandum of understanding with the United States went forward this week without the participation of the Senate of the 12th Olbiil Era Kelulau and the Council […]