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Date Posted: Jan 06, 2025
News: Palau
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A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a Taiwan-funded project, a new multi-purpose building in Kayangel state that can withstand typhoon force winds, was held in December. In the photo, from left, are: Gov. Richard Ngiraked, Kayangel state; Ambassador Jessica C. Lee, Taiwan’s ambassador to Palau; and President Surangel S. Whipps Jr., Palau. Photo by Oyaol Ngirairikl

Uncertainty on mail via US Postal Service to the islands

Due to potential tariffs on the contents of mail to the U.S., and no policy on how any tariff would be levied or paid, various countries are declining to mail parcels to the U.S.

Qantas Airlines extends Brisbane Koror flight through 2026

Qantas has extended its weekly direct flights between Brisbane and Koror for another year to December 2026 following the success of the route which Qantas commenced in December 2024.

NAVFAC outlines proposed $12M Peleliu dock project

There will be an increase of about 25 U.S. military personnel during the repair and reconstruction of the Peleliu South Dock, Naval Facilities and Engineering Command planners reassured citizens of Peleliu during an Aug. 14 meeting held in Koror.

VA announces mileage-only travel claims through VA mobile app

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Aug. 12 CHamoru Standard Time that the department will allow eligible veterans to submit and track mileage-only travel claims directly through the VA Health and Benefits mobile app.

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