Author: TMC Palau

La Nit del Palau (The Night of the Palau) will once again be the major closing event of the festival Barcelona Poesia. It will be the 41st edition of the Barcelona International Poetry Festival. Seven poets from diverse origins and traditions will offer seven different ways of seeing and expressing the world , in an evening that aims to broaden the limits of the poetic experience. The event will take place at the Palau de la Música on Thursday, May 21, starting at 8:00 PM. Participating are Susanna Rafart, a Catalan poet whose precise writing who has explored all the…

The SportsWorld Fiji Under-20 rugby team has entered the final phase of preparations for the International Series in South Africa later this month. Team manager Kausheel Prasad said that despite the recent unfavorable weather conditions in the Central Division, the players have continued to train intensely and are eager to test themselves on the international stage. The squad largely consists of the same group that toured Australia last month, with six new players added to bolster the side. Prasad said several players with strong leadership experience have been included to strengthen the team, among them members who have previously featured…

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii — U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Senior Military Official to the Republic of Palau Navy Rear Adm. Greg Huffman, commander, Joint Task Force-Micronesia (JTF-M), President of Palau Surangel Whipps, Jr., and U.S. Ambassador to Palau Joel Ehrendreich hosted a bilateral Palau-U.S. Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) in Hawaii, March 27-28.Senior leaders from across the Republic of Palau gathered with representatives from across the armed forces and other government organizations for the biannual, two-day event to discuss the United States’ ongoing commitment to security and defense in Palau.“The United States and the Republic of Palau share a deep and enduring partnership…

Suva High Court Judge Justice Daniel Goundar has questioned the manner in which the Fiji Police Force is treating the case of one of their own, the late Peniasi Racagi. Justice Goundar made the remarks this morning as the duo charged for Rayasi’s murder, Keni Salawai and Jope Seniloli, appeared in court. The prosecution informed Justice Goundar that they have yet to receive the post-mortem result of the deceased and the record of interviews done by the police. Justice Goundar said he could not understand the delays by police, given that this case is about one of their own and…

This October, a new direct flight from Tokyo Narita to Koror, Palau by United Airlines offers travellers a compelling new route to combine two extraordinary worlds — the cultural richness of Japan and the marine majesty of Palau. With Tokyo now serving as a key gateway to Palau for travellers from the United States, United Kingdom and Europe, the journey reaches its pinnacle aboard Four Seasons Explorer, a floating resort experience that merges expedition-style adventure with Four Seasons legendary service. New Direct Flights from Tokyo to Palau, Poised to Set a New Travel Trend Starting October 30, 2025, United Airlines…

The lawyer representing Dominiko Tabau informed the court this morning that they have no intention of filing a bail application at this time, given the nature of the case. Tabau, who is charged with attempted murder, was produced in the Suva High Court this morning. It is alleged that he was involved in a high-speed chase that resulted in an accident at the Laqere checkpoint last month, where several police officers and suspects were injured and hospitalized. He faces additional charges of serious assault and one count of going equipped.Article continues after advertisement The state informed the court that they…

Overview: Australia and Japan have formalized a landmark defense agreement, signing a multi-billion-dollar contract for the first three next-generation Mogami frigates during a ceremony in Melbourne. The deal signals deepening strategic ties between the two Indo-Pacific partners and marks a major step in reshaping regional security cooperation and naval capability for the decades ahead. MELBOURNE, 20 APRIL 2026 (ABC PACIFIC) — Australia and Japan have announced they’ve signed a multi-billion-dollar contract for the first three of Australia’s next generation of warships at a ceremony aboard a Mogami frigate anchored in Melbourne.  Defence Minister Richard Marles and his Japanese counterpart, Koizumi…

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio wished Palau a happy Independence Day on October 1st, 2025, the 31st anniversary of the country’s establishment as an independent nation. “On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Palau as you celebrate 31 years of independence,” Rubio said. “The United States and Palau have worked together to ensure prosperity, peace, and security in the Indo-Pacific. Our decades-long partnership has been instrumental in managing regional and maritime security, while advancing economic development. Together, we have built a foundation of mutual respect and cooperation that will continue to grow…

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed Fiji’s close partnership with Australia during high-level bilateral talks with Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong and Minister for Pacific Island Affairs and Defence Industry Pat Conroy in Suva. The discussions focused on strengthening the Vuvale Partnership, including ongoing work on the Vuvale Union aimed at boosting economic cooperation, security ties and people-to-people connections under Fiji’s Ocean of Peace vision. Rabuka also acknowledged Australia’s timely budget support of AUD30 million to help Fiji manage the current energy crisis. The leaders also discussed growing regional security concerns, particularly the increasing threat posed by transnational drug…

A senior Palauan politician accused of being corrupt and accepting bribes from Chinese interests has rejected the claims made by the U-S government.Hokkons Baule has been issued a travel ban by the U-S State Department for “significant corruption.”But Mr Baule who is Palau’s Senate President says he did not take bribes from Chinese businesses and wants to know where the U-S got their information from.  Source link