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PHS earns full six-year Accreditation from WASC
Island Times
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July 4, 2025
Koror, Palau — Palau High School has proudly secured a full six-year accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC), reaffirming the school’s commitment to academic excellence 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...
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...
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...
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:...
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...
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....
Taiwan, Palau discuss Renewable Energy Partnership
Island Times
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March 7, 2025
KOROR, Palau — The Taiwan Renewable & Clean Energy team and the Sustainable Tourism team, accompanied by Taiwan’s Ambassador Jessica Lee to Palau, met with President Surangel Whipps Jr. on March 4 to discuss expanding renewable energy initiatives...
USD 157 million Green Climate Fund grant aims to support Pacific Island tuna fisheries
SeafoodSource
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Fourteen Pacific Island countries have received a USD 156.8 million (EUR 145.6 million) grant to respond to tuna stock shifts caused by climate change. The funding comes from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), which has pledged USD 107 million (EUR...
Deep-sea explorer urges reconnection with Guam's marine environment
The Guam Daily Post
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A science communicator who recently explored the deep waters off Palau challenged Guam residents to reconnect with the ocean surrounding them during her presentation at the Guam Museum last week. Amanda Dedicatoria, who sailed aboard the research...
Why Palau should be your next dream destination - and why hotel & dive packages are the way to go
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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Picture this - crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant marine life, lush jungles hiding ancient secrets, and pristine beaches that feel like they’re straight out of a postcard. Welcome to Palau, a tropical paradise nestled in the heart of the...
Natural Disaster Statistics 2024 – By Type, Country, Death Toll, Region, World Risk Index and Safety Measures
Hollywood Gazette
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August 24, 2024
Natural Disaster Statistics 2024 – By Type, Country, Death Toll, Region, World Risk Index and Safety Measures August 18, 2024 — Introduction There has been a tremendous increase in natural disasters worldwide in the last two decades, along with...
The Palau Macaya of the ‘la Caixa’ Foundation will promote projects of reflection in relation to the great challenges of society
Atalayar
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March 3, 2025
The call for proposals, which will open on 25 March, aims to support reflection projects and will allocate a maximum of 15,000 euros to each selected initiative so that it can be carried out at the Palau Macaya of the ‘la Caixa’ Foundation between...
Regional Pacific Workshop Strengthens Link Between Agriculture and Tourism
Hospitality Net
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July 3, 2025
UN Tourism, the Mountain Partnership Secretariat at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), concluded a successful three-day Regional Workshop on Sustainable Gastronomy...
Pacific Islands focus: diplomatic relations, environmental disasters and concerns about cancer
Croakey Health Media
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March 4, 2025
Introduction by Croakey: As we monitor Tropical Cyclone Alfred – expected to make landfall in south-east Queensland late on Thursday or early Friday – Fiji recovers from storm damage after category two Tropical Cyclone Rae passed the Lao Island...
Deep-sea mining needs clear rules before moving forward: Palau President
Pacific News Service
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Palau President Surangel S. Whipps Jr has called on Pacific leaders to stop deep-sea mining (DSM) until we fully understand its effects on the ocean. Speaking at the Pacific Islands Forum Talanoa last week, Whipps stressed that mining should not...
Pacific nations set benchmarks for sustainability
Pacific Media Network
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Pacific leaders tackle the overfishing crisis with new commitments at the Honiara Summit 2025. With 37.7 per cent of global fish stocks overfished, leaders and experts push for stricter regulations, stronger enforcement, and enhanced scientific...
SDA 3rd Graders Explore Palau’s History and Nature at Belau National Museum
Island Times
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February 28, 2025
Third-grade students from the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Elementary School embarked on an educational journey at the Belau National Museum on February 25, immersing themselves in Palau’s rich history, culture, and natural environment. Guided by...