The Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in the Republic of Palau hosted a reception on the evening of October 8 to celebrate the 115th National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan). In conjunction with the Taiwan Coast Guard Administration’s (CGA) 2026 Training Mission, the National Day reception was held aboard the CGA […]
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Palau ambassador calls for stronger marine science, tourism cooperation with Taiwan at Taipei forum
By: Ngewakl Soaladaob TAIPEI, Taiwan – Palau Ambassador to Taiwan Gaafar J. Uherbelau highlighted Palau’s conservation efforts and called for stronger cooperation with Taiwan in marine science, sustainable tourism and conservation during an international forum in Taipei. Uherbelau delivered a keynote address on “Island Conservation & Nature-Based Sustainable Tourism” at the 2026 Formosa Sustainable Conservation […]
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Mechesil Belau calls on women to safeguard Palau’s cultural traditions
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Palauan women, as keepers of the nation’s cultural traditions in a matrilineal society, have a responsibility to ensure that traditional customs are practiced correctly and passed on to future generations, participants at the 33rd annual Mechesil Belau Conference said. During a panel discussion on traditional leadership, cultural values and […]
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PICRC Represents Palau at 52nd U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, with Palau to Host the 53rd in 2027
The 52nd U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) Meeting took place from August 27 to September 4, 2026, at the Department of the Interior (DOI) Headquarters in Washington, D.C. The event brought together leaders from U.S. federal agencies, states, territories, and Freely Associated States to discuss current threats to coral reef ecosystems, review national priorities, […]
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To the Editor:
The recent “opinion” piece by Richard N. Salvador “A Critical Response to Mr. Surangel Whipps Address at the 81st UN General Assembly on September 23, 2026” needs a response. It is absolutely fine to hold an opinion and to disagree with Presidents – Palauan or American. But as a former U.S. Ambassador to Palau, let […]
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Young Meyuns man dies in suspected suicide as Palau confronts youth self-harm
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — A 32-year-old man from Meyuns, Koror, died in what police are investigating as a suspected suicide, adding to concerns about self-harm among young people in Palau. Police received a report early Monday, Sept. 21, about a possible self-harm incident at a residence in Meyuns. Officers responding to the scene […]