Palau Marks National Ozone Day, Urges Action to Protect Earth’s Shield

KOROR, Palau — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. has proclaimed Sept. 16, 2025, as National Ozone Day, joining countries around the world in observing World Ozone Day and highlighting the vital role the ozone layer plays in sustaining life on...

Palau Solar launches ‘Good Deeds’ contest to Gift Free Solar to Local Group

KOROR, PALAU – 15 September 2025: Palau Solar today announced the launch of the ‘Good Deeds’ Competition, a community initiative inviting residents across all islands to nominate a school, church, charity, or community center to receive a free...

Palau’s Whipps: Forum Delivers ‘Real Benefits’ on Connectivity, Trade, and Climate Action

By: L.N. Reklai HONIARA, Solomon Islands — “Airline connectivity is not just about flights — it’s about economic opportunities, trade, tourism, and bringing people together,” Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. said, stressing what he sees as the...

Economist Dr. Yoshino Highlights Infrastructure and Tech as Key to Boost Palau Investment

By: L.N. Reklai PALAU — Palau has strong potential to expand investment, particularly in tourism and local industries, but experts say infrastructure gaps and high costs must be addressed first. Renowned economist Dr. Naoyuki Yoshino highlighted...

Palau, Japan Launch Deep Ocean Water Research Project in Melekeok

MELEKEOK, Palau — Palau and Japan have inaugurated a joint demonstration project in Melekeok State to study the potential use of deep ocean water for agriculture, aquaculture, and renewable energy. The event, held Wednesday in Bailechesau, marked...

Palau, Kiribati, Vanuatu and Marshall Islands Urge Action on ICJ Climate Opinion

At the Pacific Islands Forum, leaders from Kiribati, Palau, Vanuatu and the Marshall Islands said the ICJ climate ruling must be more than symbolic. They called for urgent policy changes to safeguard sovereignty, secure justice, and ensure Pacific...

French Polynesia calls for moratorium on deep sea mining

French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson in Honiara for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting from 8-12 September 2025. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Caleb Fotheringham French Polynesia's president wants Pacific countries to agree to a...

Palauan president accuses China of coercion

Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. called for closer cooperation between countries in the Pacific region and accused China of trying to dominate his small island nation through economic pressure and organized crime during an appearance at a...

Palauan Youth to join Global Leadership Voyage in 2026

By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — “The Ship for World Youth is a peace, exchange, and solidarity immersion program to develop young leaders from around the world,” said Sylvester Francis Alonz, chief of Palau’s Division of Youth and Career...

Palau Tourism Prepares for Boost with Direct Japan Flights set for October

KOROR, Palau — Palau’s tourism industry closed July with a strong though slightly reduced visitor count, as new data previewed major changes ahead: the launch of direct flights from Tokyo set for October 29, 2025 is poised to energize arrivals...

Developing nations accuse rich countries of broken climate promises at UN

NEW YORK: Leaders of developing countries threatened by climate change told rich nations at the United Nations General Assembly that they are falling far short of promises to fund measures to combat rising sea levels, droughts and deforestation....

Barcelona Gothic Quarter 3-Day Budget Walking Tour Guide

The Gothic Quarter, or Barri Gòtic, is Barcelona’s oldest neighborhood and one of its most fascinating, filled with history, culture, and charm at every corner. Its narrow streets, shaded by tall stone buildings, twist into hidden squares that...

Honour, Resilience, and Leadership

PM Philip Davis KC My fellow Bahamians, We have lost a friend and a servant to the public, the Honourable Vaughn Miller. Vaughn’s passing is a shock. It is a loss felt not only in government, but in homes and communities across our country. He...

Growth in the Pacific to accelerate to 4.1 percent in 2025,...

Economic growth in the Pacific is projected to accelerate to 4.1 percent in 2025 and moderate to 3.4 percent in 2026, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) September 2025, the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) flagship economic...

Palau College celebrates first 4-year degree program and new science building; nation prepares to build new K-12 school in Ngchesar

Palau is celebrating major milestones in education, with Palau Community College launching its first four-year degree program and the government moving ahead with plans for a new K-12 school in Ngchesar. Palau Community College announced the...

Forum Leaders Unveil 100% Renewable Energy Proposal – 350.org

This week Pacific Forum Leaders discussed a groundbreaking proposal that sets the Pacific up to be the first region powered by 100% Renewable Energy. Titled “Powering Up The Blue Pacific: How the Pacific can be the world’s first 100% renewable...

Zara celebrates 50 years with capsule collection by 50 global creatives

Zara crowns its 50th-anniversary celebrations with the launch of a multi-category collection created in collaboration with fifty globally renowned creatives. The lineup spans multiple industries, including fashion (with Pierpaolo Piccioli), music...

What Pacific Island leaders told the UN about climate, conflict and peace

A banner at UN Headquarters on the second day of the general debate of the General Assembly’s eightieth session. Photo: UN Photo / Loey Felipe Pacific Island leaders took turns addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York,...

Forum Leaders Unveil 100% Renewable Energy Proposal

Press Release – 350.org Titled Powering Up The Blue Pacific: How the Pacific can be the worlds first 100% renewable energy region, the discussion paper spotlights the economic, social and climate benefits of moving Pacific nations away from fossil...

U.S.-led Pacific Partnership Mission brings Healthcare and Disaster Preparedness to Palau

The U.S.-led Pacific Partnership 2025 is back in the Indo-Pacific, bringing together nations like Australia, the U.K., Germany, Singapore, and Canada to boost disaster preparedness and healthcare in Palau. From doctors to engineers, teams are...