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SANTA RITA, Guam — As part of a continued commitment to enhancing maritime governance and promoting regional sovereignty, representatives of the United States and the Republic of Palau signed an expanded bilateral law enforcement agreement on Aug. 23, 2023, on the sidelines of the Joint Heads of Pacific Security conference in Palau. “The United States and the Republic of Palau share common interests and values supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific. This agreement will help us meet our security commitments in Palau by increasing maritime domain awareness and preventing IUU Fishing within Palau’s EEZ,” said U.S. Embassy Koror’s Chargé d’Affaires, Andrew…

[Source: File] Swire Shipping Fijian Drua co-captain Temo Mayanavanua says the side struggled to stay composed during key moments in yesterday’s 50-35 loss to the Waratahs in Suva. The Drua found themselves under pressure throughout periods of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash, with the Waratahs capitalizing on momentum swings and defensive lapses. Mayanavanua admitted one of the team’s biggest challenges was trying to remain connected when the pressure intensified. “We’re just trying to calm everyone down… when we fall into those pressure moments, there are certain players that tend to drift away.”Article continues after advertisement The Drua…

Philippine flag carrier Philippine Airlines announced earlier today, 4th December, its plan to launch direct services between Manila and Koror, Palau from 29th March 2026. The twice-weekly services from Manila will be scheduled for Wednesday and Sunday, while flights from Palau will operate every Monday and Thursday; both of which will be flown using the 199-seater dual-class Airbus A321ceo. In a statement released to the media, airline president Richard Nuttall declared: “Creating flights to this Pacific island will stimulate tourism travel among beach lovers and the diving community.” It should be noted that the new route complements PAL’s existing Western…

Issued by: on KOROR, PALAU (June 16, 2025) –Detail Palau gathers to observe Builder 2nd Class Andre Luz assigned to NMCB 3, reenlistment and commitment to the United States Navy. NMCB-3 serves as the stand-in engineering force for Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, executing high-quality construction operations, activities, and investments, and is capable at the unit-of-action level to support major combat operations in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility with efficient airfield, waterfront, and advanced base construction. (U.S. Navy photo by Builder 3rd Class Austin Maddox) Date Taken: …

[Source: OFC Pro League/ Facebook] Extra Bula FC head coach Stephane Auvray says his side may return to a more defensive approach ahead of today’s crucial OFC Pro League semifinal playoff against Vanuatu United. After three demanding Leaders Group matches, Auvray believes Bula FC must rediscover the defensive discipline that helped shape their earlier success in the tournament. The coach admitted the side became more attack-minded during recent games, which created additional space for opponents to exploit. “We’ve been very, very strong on defence, and we decided to be a little more offensive-minded.”Article continues after advertisement Despite being pleased with…

Issued by: on U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 84th Engineer Battalion, teach kids how to play flag football at Ngarchelong Elementary School, Palau, Dec. 12, 2025. Community Relations is one of the six mission sets the Civic Action Team is tasked with while in Palau. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Samarion Hicks) Date Taken: 12.12.2025 Date Posted: 12.18.2025 14:40 Photo ID: 9450487 VIRIN: 251212-A-JU985-6859 Resolution: 8192×5464 Size: 2.11 MB Location: PW …

[Source: File] Swire Shipping Fijian Drua head coach Glen Jackson admits his side’s performance in yesterday’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific 50-35 loss to the NSW Waratahs fell well below expectations, particularly after coming off a bye week. The Drua struggled early in the match at HFC Bank Stadium, conceding points through defensive lapses and failing to match the intensity shown by the visitors during the opening stages. Jackson was critical of the team’s start, saying the performance did not reflect the preparation done throughout the week. “The first 20 minutes is not what we trained.”Article continues after advertisement…

Palau’s President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. urged world leaders to strengthen, rather than scale back, global climate commitments after New Zealand announced a lower long-term methane reduction goal. The decision has drawn criticism from some Pacific leaders and climate advocates. Speaking during the COP30 climate talks in Belem, Brazil, Whipps said the change sends the wrong message at a time when small island nations are facing intensifying climate threats. “We all need to be working toward reducing emissions, not dropping targets,” he said, emphasizing the vulnerability of low-lying states.  New Zealand recently reset its biogenic methane target to 14 to…

Delta Goodrem is flying the flag for Australia at the Eurovision final in Vienna. (AP PHOTO) Delta Goodrem has performed for Australia at the Eurovision final with a powerful ballad her fans hope could earn her the top prize in Austria. Goodrem was the eighth performer out of a total of 25 acts competing in the song contest at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna on Saturday night (Sunday morning AEST), sandwiched between Ukraine and Serbia. The singer and former Neighbours star was accompanied by a harpist for her song, Eclipse. Goodrem was elevated into the air from the top of…

HONOLULU (Hawaii News Now/Pacnews) — In an exclusive interview with Hawaii News Now, Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. talked about efforts to attract more U.S. investment in the region to balance increasing investment and influence by Chinese companies.Whipps was among the Pacific Island leaders attending the inaugural Pacific Agenda Summit with U.S. government officials and business executives at the East-West Centre last week.The two-day conference focused on “Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity,” with a number of deals signed through the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, including a feasibility study to be led by local firm Architects Hawaii Limited into building…