By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Palau’s successful hosting of the 2025 Pacific Mini Games received regional recognition during the annual assembly of the Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC) in Auckland, New Zealand, highlighting the island nation’s growing role in sports development across Oceania. During the assembly, Pacific Games Council Chief Executive Officer Andrew Minogue […]
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Palau to Co-Chair First Global Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo
KOROR, Palau — President Surangel Whipps Jr. will co-chair the inaugural Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo next week, bringing together leaders from around 30 island nations to address climate resilience, ocean governance and sustainable management of marine resources. The June 3-4 summit, hosted by The Nippon Foundation in partnership with Japan’s Ministry of Foreign […]
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Palau Calls for Enhanced Maritime, Law Enforcement and Cyber Cooperation
B: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. urged stronger regional cooperation on maritime security, law enforcement and cybersecurity during the opening dinner of the Sasakawa Security Forum, saying Palau must remain vigilant on the “front line” of the Indo‑Pacific. Speaking at the event hosted by Sasakawa USA, Whipps thanked forum organisers […]
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President Orders Development of Government Building Standards
By: Laurel Marewibuel Koror, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. signed Executive Order No. 502 directing the Ministry of Public Infrastructure and Industries to develop consolidated building standards and a code for all government‑funded construction projects. Minister Charles Obichang, Ministry of Public Infrastructure & Industries oversees national infrastructure improvements. In absence of a national […]
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Police, Canine Units Stop Meth Shipment Entering Palau
National Police Week proclamation shines spotlight on law enforcement efforts and recent drug convictions. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 13, 2026) — Law enforcement authorities seized 333.33 grams of methamphetamine in two separate incidents involving packages sent through the post office and DHL, Minister of Justice Jennifer Olegeriil confirmed Wednesday during a press conference […]
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Palau Economic Symposium Set for May 25-29, As Leaders Tackle Pension and Social Security Challenges
Consultant studies to guide discussions on sustainability, sacrifices and long-term financial stability in Palau. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — President Surangel Whipps Jr. announced that Palau’s Economic Symposium will be held from May 25 to 29 after being delayed while consultants completed studies on the Palau Civil Service Pension Plan and the Palau Social […]