. DFS Saipan to close doors; investor may be in the wings News: Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau Posted on: Feb 20, 2025 Share this News DFS Saipan to close doors; investor may be in the wings DFS – a longtime fixture in Saipan – is closing its doors April 30, according to a statement sent to media Feb. 19.
. Palau grants, investment opportunities and more News: Palau Posted on: Feb 18, 2025 Share this News Palau grants, investment opportunities and more While Palau waits to see which of its U.S. grants will remain according to the Office of the President, the country is moving forward with an open door for investors.
. Palau’s President and Japan's Prime Minister Agree to Strengthen “Tokubetsu” Relationship News: Japan, Palau Posted on: Feb 13, 2025 Share this News Palau’s President and Japan's Prime Minister Agree to Strengthen “Tokubetsu” Relationship Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru of Japan and President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. of Palau met in Japan on Feb. 12, where they agreed to reinforce the "tokubetsu" (special) relationship between the two nations.
. Federal immigration operations extend to Guam, raising regional concerns News: Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marshall Islands, Palau Posted on: Feb 07, 2025 Share this News Federal immigration operations extend to Guam, raising regional concerns Federal immigration enforcement efforts under President Donald Trump’s administration have reached Guam.
. Some federal funding has timeline, some monies awarded, grant work on hold News: Guam, Palau Posted on: Feb 06, 2025 Share this News Some federal funding has timeline, some monies awarded, grant work on hold The Trump Administration’s review of federal funding as listed by the Office of Management and Budget’s spreadsheet of programs reportedly has 2,600 items, including $62.2 billion in highway planning and construction and $8.4 billion in federal transit grants.
. Palau President champions Qantas airline's route connecting Palau and Brisbane News: Palau Posted on: Feb 04, 2025 Share this News Palau President champions Qantas airline's route connecting Palau and Brisbane Palau's President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. recently wrapped up a whirlwind trip to Brisbane, Australia focused on bolstering tourism and trade ties between the two nations while also promoting the Palau Paradise Express, Qantas's direct flight connecting Brisbane and Palau.
. US suspends foreign aid for 90 days, potentially affecting Micronesia News: Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands, Palau Posted on: Jan 28, 2025 Share this News US suspends foreign aid for 90 days, potentially affecting Micronesia The effect of the announcement that President Donald Trump has suspended all U.S. foreign assistance program for 90 days is as yet unknown for programs in Micronesia.
. WWII veteran, teacher honored in ceremony at Peleliu, Palau News: Palau Posted on: Jan 22, 2025 Share this News WWII veteran, teacher honored in ceremony at Peleliu, Palau With the sound of taps filling the air, the ashes of a World War II veteran and Bethania High School teacher Evan E. Palmer were released on the waters off Orange Beach in Peleliu, Palau.
. Palau’s inauguration ceremony drew attendees from around the world News: Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marshall Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau Posted on: Jan 21, 2025 Share this News Palau’s inauguration ceremony drew attendees from around the world While an inauguration is a once in a lifetime experience, Palau’s current importance also drew a significant number of regional officials and diplomats to the Jan. 16 inauguration of President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. and Vice President Raynold Oilouch.
. Building friendships News: Palau Posted on: Jan 06, 2025 Share this News Building friendships 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.