. Former President Carter helped promote democracy in Micronesia, Pacific News: Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marshall Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau Posted on: Dec 31, 2024 Share this News Former President Carter helped promote democracy in Micronesia, Pacific Nobel Prize-winning former President Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100 on Dec. 29.
. 2024 in review: reflecting on mission, progress of Joint Task Force Micronesia News: Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marshall Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau Posted on: Dec 27, 2024 Share this News 2024 in review: reflecting on mission, progress of Joint Task Force Micronesia As I reflect on 2024 and my first six months as the Joint Task Force – Micronesia Commander, I am filled with a profound sense of pride at the incredible amount of work that has been accomplished in Guam and across our region.
. Palau launches new Customs online payment, lauded as 'motivation for innovation' News: Palau Posted on: Dec 20, 2024 Share this News Palau launches new Customs online payment, lauded as 'motivation for innovation' Palau launched a new online payment system through its Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, significantly enhancing the efficiency of customs operations.
. Qantas launches inaugural flight to Palau: The ‘Palau Paradise Express’ News: Federated States of Micronesia, Palau Posted on: Dec 15, 2024 Share this News Qantas launches inaugural flight to Palau: The ‘Palau Paradise Express’ Qantas now offers a new direct flight service from Brisbane to Palau. The inaugural flight took off from Brisbane on Dec. 7, establishing a weekly route that connects Australia with Pristine Paradise.
. Masato Kanda to take the helm of ADB News: Federated States of Micronesia, Japan, Marshall Islands, Palau Posted on: Dec 09, 2024 Share this News Masato Kanda to take the helm of ADB Masato Kanda, the current special advisor to Japan’s prime minister and minister of finance, was elected by unanimous vote to lead the Asian Development Bank.
. Power to the people News: Palau Posted on: Dec 09, 2024 Share this News Power to the people The Palau Public Utilities Corp., with the help of the Japan International Cooperation Agency, are installing power poles in Babeldaob as part of the $20 million plus JICA Power Grid Upgrade Project.
. Palau, Taiwan celebrate 25 years of diplomatic relations amid regional tension News: Guam, Marshall Islands, Palau Posted on: Dec 06, 2024 Share this News Palau, Taiwan celebrate 25 years of diplomatic relations amid regional tension Palau and Taiwan presidents discussed several key initiatives aimed at strengthening their partnership during a two-day visit to Palau by President Lai Ching-te.
. Taiwan president receives warm welcome in the islands News: Guam, Marshall Islands, Palau Posted on: Dec 04, 2024 Share this News Taiwan president receives warm welcome in the islands Taiwan president Lai Ching-te arrived in Guam on Dec. 4, no doubt buoyed by a warm welcome in Hawaii and the Marshall Islands on his way to the territory.
. A real Christmas story from the islands News: Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Palau Posted on: Nov 26, 2024 Share this News A real Christmas story from the islands The Christmas Drop is a famous annual event, where personnel aboard a C-130J Super Hercules execute low altitude drops that send welcome gifts down to the remote islands of the Federated States of Micronesia and Palau.
. News roundup for the region News: Guam, Japan, Marshall Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau Posted on: Nov 25, 2024 Share this News News roundup for the region The Journal brings you a variety of news from around the islands, keeping you up to date with developments around the Asia Pacific region.