Rudimch says measure could violate national law and put public land leaseholders at risk of losing homes By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 19, 2026)— Eyos Rudimch has vetoed a controversial lease reform bill that would have expanded the ability of Koror public land leaseholders to transfer or use their leases as collateral, saying the […]
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Koror State Distributes Operation Christmas Drop Supplies to Hospital and Jail
By: Summer Kennard Koror State officials and community partners on Monday distributed donated supplies from Operation Christmas Drop to national ministries and correctional facilities, continuing efforts to ensure the annual humanitarian aid reaches those most in need. Koror Ipang Seineng, Maiberel and Koror State Gov reps delivering to BPS Director Elobt supplies from Christmas Drop […]
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Taiwan-Backed Projects Boost Palau’s Infrastructure, But Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Oversight
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (December 4, 2025) — Taiwan’s long-running Economic Stimulus Program (ESP) continues to shape Palau’s infrastructure landscape, with more than $6.28 million in new projects completed this year alone. But as ribbon-cutting ceremonies highlight improvements across the states, lawmakers are again questioning how the annual $10 million grant is allocated […]
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Rudimch Wins Koror State Governor’s Seat Following Tight Race
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Nov. 13, 2025) — Incumbent Governor Eyos Rudimch emerged as the winner in Koror State’s 13th General Election, leading challenger Alan T. Marbou by 183 votes, according to unofficial results released after the Nov. 11 polls. After final tabulation that included absentee ballots, Rudimch received 1,510 votes to Marbou’s 1,327. […]
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Koror Celebrates 42nd Constitution Day with Historic Pathway Unveiling
By: Faith Chen KOROR, Palau — Koror State marks its 42nd anniversary of its Constitution on today, October 21, 2025, with a daylong celebration that honors its framers and looks ahead to a new chapter of community development. The official morning program will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ngeremlakl Long Island […]
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Consensus Moving Forward
“As I sit here I note there are three groups: leaseholders and developers, Koror State Government, and the Environmental Quality Protection Board (EQPB) each representing different concerns. As discussions progressed, we have come to an understanding, to protect our environment. I am happy that we now know what our different roles are because we must […]