By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau — “The expectation was that there would be no chaos and everyone would know their responsibilities,” said Bureau of Public Safety Director Curtis Elobt after emergency agencies completed a full-scale airport disaster drill designed to test how quickly responders react to a major aviation accident. The exercise, organized by the […]
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Japan donates motorcycles, equipment to strengthen Palau emergency response
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — The Government of Japan on Tuesday donated six motorcycles, 30 tactical flashlights and five professional-grade binoculars to Palau’s Ministry of Justice to support emergency and public safety operations. Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. (left) and Japan Ambassador Kasahara sitting on police motorcycles donated to Palau by Japan Government in […]
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U.S. Donates New Ambulances, K9 Support Packs to Strengthen Palau Emergency Response
By: L.N Reklai KOROR, Palau (Jan. 29, 2026) — Palau’s emergency response capacity received a boost Thursday with the delivery of two new ambulances and K9 support packs donated by the United States government. The Ministry of Justice received two fully equipped Ford F-350 ambulances, enhanced sustainment packs to support ongoing maintenance, and K9 support […]