By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau (Oct. 1, 2026)— “I believe we have to look carefully again at the budget process so that we don’t always hustle in the last hour to push for a continuing budget just so that the government will not shut down,” Sen. Secilil Eldebechel said as lawmakers approved another temporary […]
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Palau to mark 32nd Independence Day with five days of celebrations
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Sept. 25, 2026) — Palau will celebrate its 32nd Independence Day with five days of cultural, traditional and community activities beginning Sept. 27, including state celebrations, markets, traditional games, art, fireworks and boat races. Flag of the Republic of Palau. This year’s Independence Day and 26th Olechotel Belau Fair will […]
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Palau Announces Tentative Schedule for Independence Day and Olechotel Belau Fair
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (Sept. 21, 2026) — Palau’s Independence Day and Olechotel Belau Fair (OBF) celebrations are tentatively scheduled for September 30 through October 4, according to the Ministry of Human Resources, Culture, Tourism and Development. This year’s celebration will be held under the theme, “Culture in Action is Wellness in Life […]