Remengesau’s CRPD bid highlights push for stronger Pacific representation in global human rights systems By: L.N Reklai KOROR, Palau (Island Times) — Palau is stepping up its push for stronger Pacific representation in global human rights decision-making, nominating a leading disability rights advocate to a key United Nations body while rallying regional support during a […]
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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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Ngaraard lawsuit over TACMOR project continues as court weighs state authority, environmental oversight
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — A lawsuit filed by the Ngaraard State Government seeking to halt construction of a U.S.-related radar facility remains active in the Palau Supreme Court, with the court yet to decide whether the project must comply with state permitting and environmental laws. Map of Ngaraard TACMOR Project Site. Ngaraard State […]
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Palau States Challenge U.S.-Linked Radar Projects as Ngaraard Files TACMOR Lawsuit
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (Feb. 20, 2026) — Ngaraard State has asked the Palau Supreme Court to immediately halt construction of a U.S.-related Tactical Mobile Over-the-Horizon Radar (TACMOR) transmitter facility, escalating a growing series of legal challenges by states over defense-related infrastructure tied to the Compact of Free Association. In a complaint and application […]
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Palau President Arrives in Dubai for World Governments Summit
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. arrived in Dubai on Tuesday with a delegation to participate in the World Governments Summit, where he is expected to highlight Palau’s approach to sustainable tourism and resource management. In remarks ahead of the summit, Whipps described tourism in Palau as guided by cultural […]
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New Year Starts of Health with Family Fun Ride
Belau Triathlon Federation sponsored a Family Fun Ride, a bike ride for families from Ernguul Park to Belau National Hospital and back on Saturday, January 10th, 2026. The day was fun-packed family day which was made possible by support of Civic Action Team Palau, Palau NOC, and businesses such as Franco’s Store and VIP Guest […]