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Palau’s hi-tech mission to preserve Pacific’s oldest monuments
RNZ
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January 23, 2025
By Harry Pearl, Benar News An aerial view of Ouballang terrace, the largest of a series of ancient man-made earthworks spread across Aimeliik state in Palau on Nov. 29, 2024. Photo: Rivers Reklai/BenarNews 2,400-year-old earthworks revealed as...
Climate change and China will define US relations with Pacific Islands under Donald Trump, security experts say
Island Times
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January 24, 2025
By Doug Dingwall (ABC-Australia) Soon after Donald Trump’s election victory in November, a leader from one of the world’s smallest nations voiced a hope to take him snorkelling. Palau’s president Surangel Whipps Jr, leading a Pacific Island nation...
The Pacific diving paradise of Palau wants travelers to explore its cultural depths, too
Chicago Tribune - Illinois
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March 19, 2025
KOROR, Palau — While researching an upcoming trip to Palau, a tiny island nation dotting Micronesia’s western edge, I found endless information about its famed mushroom-shaped Rock Islands and spectacular diving sites, including over 50 World War...
They need to listen and act now: Pacific countries ramp up…
Pacific News Service
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Pacific countries have taken a critical step to finalise their priorities as they ramp up the call for a high-ambition treaty that addresses the full life cycle of plastic. Ahead of the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental...
Palau signs Agreement for Pacific Ocean Commissioner Office
Island Times
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January 21, 2025
The government of Palau and the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Jan. 17, 2025, to officially establish the Office of the Pacific Ocean Commissioner (OPOC) in Palau. The signing ceremony took place in...
India Grant lights up Palau’s remote areas
Island Times
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March 18, 2025
A grant from the Government of India has brought much-needed solar lighting to Palau’s most isolated communities, providing sustainable energy solutions for households off the power grid. Through this initiative, the Barefoot Institute facilitated...
Taiwanese business leader Stan Shih named Senior Economic Advisor to Palau
Island Times
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March 18, 2025
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau — Taiwanese engineer, businessman, and philanthropist Stan Shih was recently appointed by President Whipps as his senior economic advisor, according to the President’s Office social media post. “As...
Komnas Perempuan Condemns Religious Intolerance Incidents in Sukabumi and Depok
Tempo.co
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July 13, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The National Commission on Violence Against Women or Komnas Perempuan has condemned two recent incidents of religious intolerance. These incidents include the attack on participants of a Christian student retreat in Cidahu,...
Japanese experts Explore Palau’s appeal for long-term stays
Island Times
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March 14, 2025
Koror, Palau – In a strategic move to diversify its tourism sector and enhance sustainable economic growth, Palau recently welcomed a delegation of key figures from Japan’s Long Stay Foundation and Shotoku University. The visit, organized by the...
Philippines signs sustainable fisheries management deal with Palau
Business World
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March 16, 2025
THE PHILIPPINES and Palau have signed an agreement to manage their fisheries more sustainably, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said. The parties to the agreement — the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and Palau’s Ministry of...
Snorkel With Me To Understand Climate Change, Palau President Tells Trump
International Business Times
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March 12, 2025
The leader of climate-vulnerable Palau wants US President Donald Trump to come snorkelling with him to understand the "slow death" caused by climate change, he told AFP in an interview on Wednesday. "I think it's good if we go snorkelling and look...
Climate diplomacy in the Pacific
Taipei Times
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January 16, 2025
In the heart of the Pacific, where climate change is no longer an abstract debate, but a daily reality, Taiwan’s efforts to shape its role in global climate governance offer inspiration and lessons. As the world grapples with rising seas and...
Global leaders pledge bolder cooperation and solidarity to accelerate a just and equitable energy transition and climate resilience
The AI Journal
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March 18, 2025
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ministers from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Pacific have recommitted to exploring collaborative opportunities to accelerate a just and equitable energy transition. At...
Pacific Islands News Roundup – July 4 – July 10, 2025
Pacific Islands Report
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July 11, 2025
Editor’s Note: We are undergoing a web host migration process and may need to make necessary modifications to our format and frequency over the next several weeks. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Political Leadership and Regionalism,...
Philippines, Palau strengthen ties on fisheries
Manila Bulletin
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March 15, 2025
The Philippines has entered into an agreement with Palau to enhance bilateral relations in the fisheries sector, covering mutual trade and investment, sustainable practices, and technical cooperation, according to the Department of Agriculture...
Search Continues for Fisherman Missing from Fa’ala Palauli since Friday
Samoa Global News
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March 10, 2025
Police rescue and FESA first responders are continuing the search for a 53 year-old father from Fa’ala Palauli in Savai’i who has been missing since Friday night. Family and community look out towards the search for missing father. Photo Credit:...
Kanbawza Bank donates more than K 1700 billion to rebuild 7 schools damaged by natural disasters
Global New Light Of Myanmar
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November 5, 2024
KBZ staff were donating food, utensils and cash to flood victims at Ywa Tha Aye monastery in the west of Inle. Kanbawza Bank has donated more than K 1700 billion to rebuild seven schools damaged by natural disasters across the country during 2024....
REnew Pacific grants now available to deliver off-grid renewable energy in Palau’s remote communities
Island Times
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March 11, 2025
10 March 2025– The Australian Government’s REnew Pacific program has launched its first call for proposals for off-grid renewable energy solutions, offering an exciting opportunity to power remote communities in Palau with clean energy for...
Palau seeks support for Airport expansion to Boost Security, Economy
Island Times
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January 10, 2025
NGERULMUD (October 2022) — The Olbiil Era Kelulau (OEK) has adopted a resolution urging President Surangel Whipps Jr. to seek support from key allies, including the United States, Taiwan, Japan, Australia, and South Korea, for the expansion of...
Palau expected to have more Rain than Usual from January to March 2025
Island Times
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January 10, 2025
Koror, Palau — Palau is likely to see more rain than usual from January to March 2025, according to the latest forecast from the Pacific Island Countries Advanced Seasonal Outlook (PICASO). Experts predict a 58% chance of above-normal rainfall...