Palau
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
Tradition could be key to sustainable fishing, Palau campaigner
An environmental campaigner from Palau says tradition could be the key to more sustainable fishing.
US Congressmen go into bat for FAS citizens
Seven members of the United States Congress are advocating for the rights of Marshall Islanders, Micronesians and Palauans living in the US under the Compact of Free Association.
Palau ready to allow Okinawa fishers to continue
Palau wants to accommodate a Japanese request for Okinawa fishermen to continue fishing within its waters even after the implementation of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary next year.
Pacific allies voice support for Taiwan at WHO meeting
Taiwan's Pacific allies have rallied behind its bid to join the World Health Organisation, or WHO.
