KOROR, Palau (May 27, 2026) — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. hosted Adm. Samuel Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, during a visit to Palau that included a trip to Peleliu, commemorative events and reviews of infrastructure projects supported under the Compact of Free Association. According to the Office of the President, Paparo’s visit to […]
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Billions Promised, But Bottlenecks Persists: GAO Flags Compact Delays Affecting Palau
Report warns bureaucratic hurdles in both Palau and Washington could weaken strategic and economic goals By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau – (May 7, 2026) A new U.S. government watchdog report is raising concerns that delays and bureaucratic bottlenecks tied to Compact of Free Association funding could undermine Palau’s fragile economic recovery, critical public services and […]
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Military Bases, Money, and the Soul of Palau
Dear Editor, Military Bases, Money, and the Soul of Palau As Palau enters 2026, the debate over military bases and foreign aid grows louder. Our leaders continue to sign agreements that bring money into the country, but at what cost? Each deal — whether for roads, deportees, or airports — becomes a test of whether […]