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This was disclosed by Palau President Johnson Toribiong as he denied that he has been dragging his feet on the naming of a person to head the Office of the Special Prosecutor. Recently, several lawmakers led by Senator Raynold Oilouch have reiterated their appeal to the President to name a Special …

In a phone interview Thursday, Ngiraingas disclosed that two airline companies from Malaysia have made known recently their interest in servicing the Palau air route. Ngiraingas identified the two air carriers as the Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and AirAsia. “These two companies are looking into ferryin…

Reached through their mobile phones, Senators Alfonso Diaz and Surangel Whipps, Jr. both said that while they agree that there is a need to increase the number of people in this country, they don’t see contraceptives ban as the best way to reach that goal. “I agree with the proponent that there is …

Dilmei Olkeriil, Director, Council of Chiefs, disclosed that more than 50 traditional chiefs from Palau and five other countries in the Micronesia Region have gathered at the conference venue to discuss and deliberate on various issues affecting the Region. “Twenty-two traditional chiefs from outsi…

The “Palau Condominium Property Act of 2009” defines the legal relationships among the various parties involved in condominium development and ownership and establishes set guidelines by which owners make collective decisions and resolve conflicts. The Bill amends Title 38 of the Palau National Cod…

The Japan Fair met with positive and enthusiastic response with more than a hundred people attending the half-day event. Among the attendees were scores of students from the different elementary and high schools in Palau. Also present were some Filipinos and Americans. Prominent personalities who g…

The topics discussed during the seminar were the importance of Zoning law and Koror Master Plan, the required documents needed when applying for building permits or business licenses as well as how development or construction are regulated inthe State of Koror. The seminar was facilitated by M. Mag…

American Vernon Richard turned over the amount to Palau President Johnson Toribiong and officials from Peleliu State during a ceremony held at the M-Dock in Koror, Palau on Wednesday. Also present during the occasion were Peleliu Governor Kangichi Uchau and Delegate Jonathan Isechal, who represents…

In Kayangel State, the special election will be held on Nov. 30. According to Palau Election officer Lulu Ermaluuk, there are two candidates vying for the legislative seat. The candidates are Ricky Ngiraked and Tadao Ruluked. The election will start from 7 a.m. and will last until 7 p.m. Ermaluuk s…

The President exercised his power under Article IX of the Palau Constitution and returned the Bill to the Olbiil Era Kelulau on November 17, with a recommendation for amendments. The Bill has been in the president’s table since Nov. 3 when it was transmitted there by both Houses of the Palau Legisl…