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 […]
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Mechesil Belau urged to address disputes over titles
Mechesil Belau while celebrating its 25th Anniversary this past week, was urged by President Remengesau Jr. to help stop the infighting among clans for clan titles. Women, by tradition, have the responsibility of appointing chiefs of the clans. “Mechesil Belau has had many accomplishments over its 25 years of existence that have affected positively Palau’s […]
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Mechesil Belau celebrates 25th anniversary
The Mechesil Belau, in its 25th year, has yet again encouraged the participation of several women in the discussion of various topics pertaining to environment, education, health and the preservation, protection, and promotion of tradition and culture, among others during their annual conference which ran from September 18-20 this year at the Ngarachamayong Cultural Center. […]
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Remengesau urges belt-tightening measures, cuts OEK and Mechesil Belau budgets
President Tommy E. Remengesau Jr. signed the FY 2018 Supplemental Budget into law yesterday during a leadership meeting, calling for spending restrain citing possible increase in government operating costs in near future due to increase in fuel prices and scheduled step-down of direct economic assistance through the Compact of Free Association. Remengesau, in signing the […]