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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 Takes Helm of Micronesia’s Climate and Biodiversity Push at Guam Workshop

By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR Palau — Leaders from five Micronesian islands forged ahead on climate resilience and biodiversity goals this week, tapping Palau to chair key regional bodies during a three-day workshop in Guam. Palau’s delegation, led by Justice Minister Hon. Jennifer Olgeriiil, featured Micronesia Challenge Focal Point Melvira Kazuma, Climate Change Office’s Joseph Aitaro, […]

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