WELLINGTON, 15 APRIL 2026 (PMN)—Palau’s President says his country is safer , not more at risk, because of its close ties with the United States. Speaking on PMN during his first official visit to New Zealand, Surangel Whipps Jr said the partnership with Washington is a key part of protecting his nation in an increasingly […]
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Whipps Visits New Zealand to Boost Ties on Climate, Conservation and Economy
By: Laurel Marewibuel AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Palau President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. arrived in Auckland on Monday for a four-day official visit to deepen ties with New Zealand on climate action, conservation and economic growth. Whipps, accompanied by Justice Minister Jennifer S. Olegeriil and House of Delegates Floor Leader Warren Umetaro, will hold high-level […]
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Technology Must Be Affordable, Reliable for Small Islands,’ Palau President Urges at World Ocean Summit
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. of Palau called Thursday for “sustained collaboration and equitable access to technology” as cornerstones of ocean governance, delivering the keynote at the 13th World Ocean Summit hosted by The Economist. Speaking for Small Island Developing States battered by climate change, Whipps insisted tech solutions […]
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Palau Seeks to Host Pre-COP Climate Meeting to Amplify Pacific Voice
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (AP) — Palau is seeking to host a key preparatory meeting ahead of the next United Nations climate conference, with President Surangel Whipps Jr. rallying support across Micronesia as the nation positions itself to elevate Pacific priorities on the global stage. President Surangel Whipps Jr. rallying support across Micronesia as […]
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New Zealand and Palau eye the next two Pacific Forums
WELLINGTON, 21 JANUARY 2026 (MFAT) — New Zealand and Palau have agreed to cooperate closely on Pacific regional issues, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says. “As the next two hosts of the Pacific Islands Forum, it’s important that New Zealand and Palau forge an even closer partnership,” Peters says. Peters has held high-level talks in Koror, […]