Author: TMC Palau

BarcelonaThree matches. That’s what separates Barça’s hockey team from their 23rd European Cup. Two years later, the Catalans will once again compete in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. The ‘azulgranas’ will face Sporting of Portugal, in a single match, this Thursday (8 p.m.) in the final eight that will be played in Coimbra (Portugal). The ‘azulgranas’ have not lifted this title since the 2017-18 season. “We arrive very motivated. We are aware that it will be complicated, but it is a good opportunity to reach the semi-finals of the European Cup again and we will fight for it,” explains…

Acting Chief of Protocol Consular Division Kiti Temo. [Photo: MOSESE RAQIO] The European Union remains a force for peace, democracy and the rule of law as Fiji and the EU continue to strengthen their partnership despite being geographically far apart. This was highlighted by Acting Chief of Protocol Consular Division Kiti Temo while speaking on behalf of the Government of Fiji during Europe Day celebrations in Lami tonight. Temo says the Schuman Declaration of 1950 transformed a continent divided by war into a union rooted in dialogue, solidarity and shared prosperity. Temo congratulated European Union Ambassador to the Pacific Barbara…

BarcelonaBarça did the job and gave themselves a boost to extend the season in Europe. The Catalan team, who didn’t want to depend on the Dubai result, effectively neutralized Bayern Munich (95-69) and will play the play-in to access the play-offs. Their first opponent will be Estrella Roja. If they overcome the challenge, they will still need to beat Panathinaikòs or Mónaco to enter the title race, where Olympiacos is already calmly waiting. Will Clyburn, who scored 22 points with 4/6 in threes, Darío Brizuela and Youssoupha Fall were the most outstanding players on a Friday that served to restore…

[Photo: FILE] The Ministry of Employment has launched its Communication Strategy 2026–2029 in a major push to improve public engagement, strengthen transparency, and ensure Fijians receive accurate and timely information about government services. The strategy aims to modernize the ministry’s communication systems and improve the way information is shared with workers, employers, stakeholders, media organizations, and the wider public. Permanent Secretary Maritino Nemani says communication now plays a critical role in public service delivery, particularly in an era where misinformation and disinformation can spread rapidly through digital platforms and social media. “I think communication is key in any statutory organization.…

The United States would send “third country nationals” to the tiny Pacific Island nation of Palau under a proposed new deal, as the Trump administration looks for more countries to accept people it sends offshore.Palau’s government is considering a draft agreement, seen by the ABC, that would make it a destination for people seeking protection in the US against return to their home countries.But observers say it remains unclear whether the deal is aimed at undocumented migrants or other groups including asylum seekers.Surangel Whipps Jr is consulting the island nation’s Council of Chiefs on the proposal. (Reuters: David Dee Delgado)Palau…

Jeremiah Manele was elected prime minister in May 2024. Photo: Screengrab / National Parliament of Solomon Islands Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has been ousted following a no-confidence vote in Honiara on Thursday. Manele was voted out by 26 votes to 22 in parliament. There were two absentees. Manele will remain in office and perform his normal duties until he is officially removed by the Governor-General Sir David Tiva Kapu. Parliament has been adjourned sine die to allow time for Sir David and parliament to organise the election of the new prime minister. Manele, who previously served as the…

The government is aware of the ongoing water challenges faced by communities on the island of Cikobia and is now working on a proposed $180,000 funding allocation in the upcoming national budget to address the issue. Minister for Rural and Maritime Development, Mosese Bulitavu, confirmed this while responding to concerns over worsening water shortages as villagers brace for the dry season. Bulitavu says long-term interventions are being developed to address Cikobia’s persistent water problems, including infrastructure-based solutions such as solar-powered pumping systems that would draw water from identified boreholes. “We have applied for funding of around $180,000 in the next…

Cruise Passenger > Reviews > Onboard the Four Seasons Yacht in Palau to see a different side of Asia 4.6 Editor Rating ★★★★☆ When I told friends I was visiting Palau, the most common response I received was: “Sounds lovely – but where is that exactly?” A lack of brand recognition isn’t usually something to strive for, but Palau doesn’t see it that way. As other countries around the world grapple with the impact of mass tourism, remaining under the radar is a key objective of this island nation.  Around 650km northeast of Papua New Guinea, the Republic of Palau is home…

[Photo: FILE] The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre says an online article attributing statements to FWCC Coordinator Shamima Ali regarding the death penalty is a fabricated fake news story. The FWCC issued a statement this afternoon advising members of the public to exercise caution regarding fabricated news stories and fake newspaper pages currently circulating online using the mastheads and branding of legitimate media organisations, including The Fiji Times and Fiji Sun. The organisation says any attempt to falsely associate FWCC or its Coordinator with support for the death penalty is entirely misleading and contrary to the organisation’s long-standing human rights principles…

Taiwan and Palau should conduct monthly joint coast guard patrols to enhance deterrence in the western Pacific Ocean, the Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said yesterday, crediting Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr with the idea, after the agency completed its first-ever “fleet of friendship” visit to the Pacific island nation.The flotilla, comprising the CG-5005 Taipei, a 4,000-tonne patrol vessel, and the CG-1006 Hualien, a 1,000-tonne patrol and rescue vessel, departed the Port of Taipei on Sept. 11 and returned yesterday, the CGA said in a statement.The delegation, led by CGA Fleet Branch Director Huang Hsuan-kai (黃宣凱), was warmly received by Whipps…