More than 1 kilogram of meth seized in FY2025 amid expanding crackdown on illegal drugs By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 11, 2026) The Ministry of Justice in Palau says convictions, seizures and court-imposed fines tied to methamphetamine cases have risen sharply in recent years, highlighting the growing scale of the country’s illegal drug crisis […]
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Driving Under the Influence of Illegal Drugs Now a Felony in Palau
New law targets drug abuse, strengthens accountability and funds rehabilitation efforts By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau – (May 7, 2026) President Surangel Whipps Jr. has signed into law a sweeping anti-drug measure that strengthens penalties for illegal drug offenses and creates tougher accountability standards for law enforcement officers involved with drugs. The legislation, RPPL 12-5, […]
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Palau Agencies Strengthen Fight Against Financial Crimes Amid Rise in Online Scams
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Law enforcement and regulatory agencies in Palau are strengthening coordination to investigate and prevent financial crimes, officials said during a recent public program. Jolanda Warren, an investigator with the Criminal Investigation Division of the Bureau of Public Safety, said her work involves close collaboration with agencies including the Financial […]
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Palau Strengthens Financial Crime Investigations Through U.S. Training at Bangkok Academy
Detective Sergeant Harline Solang Stark, Police Detective Jolanda Warren, Customs Officer Haque Blesam, and FIU Compliance Officer Jeremy Lee represented the Republic of Palau at the Financial Investigative Techniques Course in Bangkok, Thailand. February 23–27, 2026. Photo credit: US Embassy – Palau From February 23–27, 2026, Detective Sergeant Harline Solang Stark, Police Detective Jolanda Warren, […]