Palau
Surangel Whipps Jr to be Palau's new president
Surangel Whipps Jr, the brother-in-law of outgoing President Tommy Remengesau, is to be Palau's new leader. Whipps' opponent in this week's election, outgoing Vice President Raynold Oilouch, has… Audio
Surangel Whipps Jr to be Palau's new president
Surangel Whipps Jr, the brother-in-law of outgoing President Tommy Remengesau, is to be Palau's new leader.
Palau secures Aust, Japan and US aid to finance internet cable
Palau's efforts to ensure reliable, secure digital connectivity in the country are back on track.
Palau says it would be a 'joke' to remain in Forum if leadership ultimatum isn't met
Palau's President says it would make Micronesia a "joke" if the region's nations remained in the Pacific Island Forum and their nominee for Secretary-General was not given the role.
K-9 facility to be built in Palau, but community not happy
In what will be the first of its kind in the Pacific, Palau is building a facility to house newly acquired K-9 military dogs.
Palau renews invite for US military to move in
Palau's president has reiterated his call for the US military to establish a permanent presence in Palau.
Palau mourns former president Kuniwo Nakamura
The former president of Palau, Kuniwo Nakamura, has died at the age of 76.
Palau threatens to leave Forum if secretary general 'agreement' not honored
Palau's president Tommy Remengesau Junior has threatened to leave the Pacific Islands Forum if the secretary general's post does not go to Micronesia.
Race for Palau presidency down to a two man race
Raynold Oilouch and Surangel Whipps Junior will advance to the November race for the Palau presidency, according to unofficial results from the Election Commission.
Covid-19 puts halt on incredible no-flight world tour
Six and a half years ago, 'Thor' Pedersen set out on a mission to visit every nation in the world in a single journey, without taking a single flight. But he has been trapped in Hong Kong for the last… Audio
Palau to host in-person Micronesian leaders summit
Palau President Tommy Remengesau has confirmed his country will host an in-person meeting among the leaders of Kiribati, Nauru, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Marshall Islands.
Palau invites US military to use land and waters
Palau has urged the United States military to build bases there - in a region where Washington is pushing back against growing Chinese influence.
Palau’s celebrated marine sanctuary centre of election debate
Palau's once lauded marine protected area has become the subject of criticism in the lead up to November's elections.
US stresses commitment to finalise Compact with Palau
The US is committed to finalising the extension of the economic provision of the Compact of Free Association with Palau this year, according to Secretary of Defense Mark Esper. Audio
Taiwan envoy says tourism with Palau will not restart soon
Tourism between Taiwan and Palau will not restart anytime soon, according to the Taiwan Ambassador to Palau.
US Secretary of Defense to make 'historic visit' to Palau
The US Secretary of Defense is scheduled to visit Palau for five hours on Friday, with President Tommy Remengesau Junior calling it a historic visit.
Palau plans to open up to Taiwan tourism market
Palau is reportedly planning to open up for tourism next month, initially with just Taiwan.
Candidates sorted for Palau's November election
Twenty seven candidates will run for the Palau Senate and four for the presidency when the country goes to the polls on 3 November.
Palau takes a step to safely re-open borders
Palau is to open up its borders to travellers but still under strict protocols.
Micronesian leaders working on an in-person meeting this year
Leaders of Covid-free nations in Micronesia are planning an in-person meeting this year.