Author: TMC Palau
The Daily Guardian | June 05, 2026 Palau has continued to stand by Taiwan despite sustained pressure from China, which has allegedly used economic coercion, cyberattacks, and criminal influence operations in an effort to force Palau to sever diplomatic ties with Taipei, as reported by The Taipei Times. – According to The Taipei Times, Taiwan’s Presidential Office announced that Vice President Hsiao Bikhim would travel to Palau from Saturday through Wednesday next week at the invitation of President Surangel Whipps Jr Whipps has repeatedly stated that Beijing has urged Palau to abandon Taiwan.Speaking in an interview in April, he said…
Fiji Men’s Cricket assistant head coach Jone Seuvou is calling for more exposure and gametime for their national side’s before gearing up for major international tournaments. Unlike many other countries they usually compete against, he says Fiji usually has close to no friendly matches against neighbouring countries throughout the year. The only place national teams usually get gametime is from local tournaments, but this is not enough to give them tough competition to prepare for international events like Olympic Qualifers. “It’ll be no use if we just keep playing against local teams here because there’s no real competition here, and…
[Source: Reuters] Residents attacked an Ebola burial team in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province this week, forcing responders to abandon a coffin and raising fears of further transmission, the health ministry said. The assault took place on Monday in Katana, a town controlled by AFC/M23 rebels some 30 km (19 miles) north of the provincial capital Bukavu, according to the ministry and the head of a local hospital reached by Reuters. It targeted a “safe and dignified burial team” — specialised responders trained to handle highly infectious bodies under strict protocols to prevent contagion. The body was…
Fiji Airways Men’s 7s rep, Apete Narogo, scored a second-half double as they beat a spirited Kenya outfit 31-12 in their first HSBC SVNS World Championship pool match in Bordeaux, France. It took the national side just 15 seconds after kick-off to score through Terio Tamani. A mistake at the breakdown less than a minute later saw Kenya capitalized and score, and in the process Fiji was reduced to six men after Kavekini Tanivanuakula was sent off for diving on the tryscorer after the try was scored. Fiji then went 100 meters to score through George Bose after some brilliant…
Fiji’s Environment Ministry says a decision on the waste-to-energy proposal can only be issued following the completion of the full technical and regulatory review. Photo: Faeboo / Fiji Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Fiji’s Environment Ministry has rejected an environmental impact assessment (EIA) by the would-be developers of a controversial multi-million-dollar waste-to energy plant in the country’s tourism hotspot. The incinerator and private port project at Vuda Point in Nadi was backed by Australian billionaire Ian Malouf and Fiji-born businessman Robert Cromb’s company TNG Fiji. It had the support of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s government. However, it received significant…
Overview: A new Savings Bond Program proposed by Japanese economist Yoshinao could help keep more of Palau’s money at home, fund local businesses and infrastructure projects, and give families a new way to save for education and retirement. Japanese economist says new program could fund businesses, infrastructure and future savings while reducing reliance on overseas borrowing. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — A proposed Savings Bond Program could help keep more money circulating within Palau, provide affordable financing for local businesses and infrastructure projects, and encourage residents to save for retirement and education, according to Japanese economist and Professor Emeritus…
[Source: File] Defending under-18 boys champions Ratu Kadavulevu School are confident heading into the Vodafone Deans Zone competition, which kicks off tomorrow, with captain Esira Batisoso backing his side’s preparation. RKS will be looking to retain their title this season, with the team sharpening its combinations during the preseason. Batisoso says the squad has taken valuable lessons from earlier outings and is ready to deliver. “In school, the boys are preparing well. We have learnt from our mistakes and worked on our weaknesses in these past preseason games and we’re looking forward to a great season this year.”Article continues after…
Overview: The Bureau of Public Safety says it is operating with a severe manpower shortage, leaving some patrol shifts staffed by only four officers. Police leaders warn the staffing crisis is affecting crime prevention efforts as theft and burglary cases continue to rise. Patrol Division often operates with just four officers per shift while vacancies, retirements and recruitment challenges strain police services. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (June 4, 2026) — The Bureau of Public Safety is facing a significant manpower shortage across its divisions, with officials warning that limited staffing is affecting daily police operations and efforts to address…
[Source: File] McDonald’s Fijian Drua Women captain Bitila Tawake says seeing a new generation of players rise through the ranks has been one of the most rewarding aspects of her leadership role as the side prepares to launch its Super W season against defending champions the NSW Waratahs. While leading the team remains a proud responsibility, Tawake admits her greatest excitement comes from watching young players fulfill dreams of representing the Drua after years of looking up to the squad. “Just hearing them say they used to watch us on TV and looked up to us as role models, and…
The South Pacific Underwater Medicine Society’s (SPUMS) 54th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) has concluded in Palau after a highly successful week of scientific exchange, diving activities and cultural experiences in one of the world’s premier marine environments. Managed by specialist dive travel agency Diveplanit, the event brought together 174 participants, including 136 conference delegates, from across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe and North America. Delegates gathered in Koror, Palau, for a week of presentations, workshops and practical diving sessions focused on advancing underwater and hyperbaric medicine. Record attendance for SPUMS 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting in Palau 5 The conference was…