Palau
Palau President pulls together leaders around climate change
The President of Palau has co-hosted an event at the United Nations headquarters in New York focussing on protecting the oceans and combating climate change. Audio
US funding Pacific fight against invasive species
A US funded effort to protect ecosystems will target invasive species and protect coral reefs.
Palau maintains Taiwan ties after Solomon Islands switch
Palau maintains a strong relationship with Taiwan, Palau's President, Tommy Remengesau, says.
Palau breaks-ground on major road and port improvements
The United States' top official to the Pacific is in Palau this week to break ground on a US grant funded infrastructure initiative.
New book teaching Palauan children to care for nature
Primary school students in Palau are learning how to care for their environment through a new book by local author Toni Soalablai.
Palau tourism industry ‘in crisis’ - report
A report is forecasting Palau to have its lowest tourism arrivals in nearly a decade.
Micronesia 'a power projection superhighway' - US study
A new report says the US government should "open a productive new chapter" of engagement with the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and Palau in this time of competition with China.
US, Japan ramp up presence, aid to north Pacific
Japan's Foreign Minister Taro Kono visited the Marshall Islands yesterday, promising increased support to the Micronesian country.
US starts talks on new agreements with Pacific states
The US has started negotiations to renew agreements with its freely associated states in the Pacific, in a counter to Chinese influence in the region.
Pacific leaders to make 'impassioned plea' that Australia take climate action
Palau's President says he and other Pacific leaders will make an "impassioned plea" that Australia take climate action at the Pacific Islands Forum.
Sport: Palau to host 2025 Pacific Mini Games
Palau will host the 2025 Pacific Mini Games after the only rival bid from American Samoa was deemed non-compliant. Audio
Australia's Pacific security hub to set up in Canberra
Australia will establish its planned Pacific security hub in Canberra, while it looks at a possible permanent location in the region.
Palau calls for more sustainable ocean vessels
Palau President Tommy Remengesau says there needs to be more action taken to reduce carbon emissions from ocean vessels.
Palau calls for more sustainable ocean vessels
Palau President Tommy Remengesau says there needs to be more action taken on reducing carbon emissions by ocean vessels. Audio
Palau calls for regional security hub to sit in North Pacific
Palau has asked Australia to establish its planned regional security hub in Palau or the North Pacific.
Vaka to help Palau with climate crisis
A purpose-built traditional vaka being gifted to Palau's government will be used to help island communities deal with the climate crisis.
Palau still figuring out fishing balance - minister
Palau's fisheries minister says the country is still figuring out the balance of fishing in its waters.
Traditional practices ‘key to boosting Pacific fish stocks’
Traditional marine conservation practices in the Pacific could be key to more successful commercial practices.
Traditional Pacific conservation could boost commercial fishing
Traditional marine conservation practices in the Pacific could be key to more successful commercial practices says a marine conservationist from Palau. Audio