By: Laurel Marewibuel PELELIU, Palau — A 30‑seat school bus provided to Peleliu Elementary School through Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects continues to transport students 14 years after delivery, the Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Palau said. The embassy’s GGP coordinator visited the school, and met with Principal Zeralda Smau as part […]
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Former Angaur Governor Charged With Misconduct, Theft Over Japan Grant Funds
Prosecutors allege former governor Steven Salii improperly withdrew and used more than $85,000 from a Japan-funded boat project for Angaur State. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau – (May 21, 2026) Former Angaur Gov. Steven Salii has been charged with two felony offenses — misconduct in public office and first-degree theft — along with one misdemeanor […]
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The Project for the Procurement of Waste Management Vehicles for Peleliu State through Japan’s Grassroots Grant Project (GGP)
On May 14, 2026, the first handover ceremony for the “The Project for the Procurement of Waste Management Vehicles for Peleliu State,” funded through Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Project (GGP) with a total value of USD 164,200, was held at Peleliu state, during which the flatbed truck was officially provided to the state. The […]