Palau, a nation of about 18,000 people, has drawn China's anger by refusing to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan.

Pro-US President Surangel Whipps Jr, whose nation recognises Taiwan, joins complaints over Beijing’s maritime claims.

Palau's president has accused China of flouting the Pacific nation's maritime borders, raising concerns about research vessels lurking "uninvited" within its waters.

The results showed Whipps Jr won 5,626 votes, defeating his brother-in-law Tommy Remengesau who received 4,103 votes. Palau, ...

More than 200 volcanic and coral islands, many of them surrounded by a single barrier reef, make up the northern Pacific ...

“The [current] government has fallen short of informing Palauan people about the intended militarization for defense purposes,” Remengesau Jr. told VOA at his home in Palau. “Our relationship with the ...

“These activities are properly monitored to ensure no risks fall on the people of Palau or the government,” Ngirailemesang said. He highlighted that online gaming is strictly prohibited for Palauan ...

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On the plus side, the fishing is amazing – and they’re the only people allowed to do it. Helen Reef, a 40-square-mile atoll at the southern limit of Palau, is home to precious plants and ...

On the plus side, the fishing is amazing — and they're the only people allowed to do it. Helen Reef, a 40-square-mile atoll at the southern limit of Palau, is home to precious plants and animals that ...

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While China’s influence operations continue, Palau remains deeply tied to the U.S. through its Compact of Free Association, and its people maintain a generally positive view of Taiwan. Whipps’ close ...