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Palau Health Care Fund Pushes for Independence from Social Security

By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang Koror, Palau (Feb. 17, 2026) — “The Health Care Fund committee proposes complete separation of the health fund from the Social Security Administration, creating an autonomous Health Care Fund administration,” wrote Dr. Victor Yano, chairman of the HCF governing board, in a recommendation letter to the Senate. The call for total […]

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Whipps: Low-Interest ADB Loans Offer Path to Stabilize Palau’s Economy, Reduce Debt

By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Palau — President Surangel Whipps Jr. said Palau has a significant opportunity to stabilize its economy and reduce long-term debt through access to low-interest loans from the Asian Development Bank, following his recent visit to ADB headquarters. President Surangel Whipps Jr. meets with ADB President Masato Kanda at ADB Headquarters in […]

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