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Palau gears up for election amid Chinese threats, U.S military buildup
Island Times
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October 25, 2024
KOROR (VOA)–Driving toward the centre of Palau’s commercial city of Koror, election yard signs for presidential, senate and house of delegates’ candidates in this tiny island nation’s November elections line the street as waves of the pristinely...
Pacific must manage expectations on ICJ climate ruling, says experts
Television Niue
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August 26, 2025
The landmark advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling on climate change has set a new global momentum in place, but Pacific SIDS who led the journey must also manage expectations. Key experts in the Pacific Climate...
Sustainable Diving - Palau’s role in ocean conservation
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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(Photo courtesy of Fish ’n Fins) Introduction Palau is not just a tropical paradise; it is a beacon of hope for marine conservation. This small island nation, located in the Pacific Ocean, has made waves globally for its groundbreaking initiatives...
Palau divided over government proposal to ease restrictions on fishing
Voice of America
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October 22, 2024
Koror, Palau — When Palau passed a law to close off 80% of its oceans to fishing in 2015, the tiny pacific nation became a global leader in conservation. Palau’s national marine sanctuary is one of the largest in the world. But now, that legacy is...
Palau, Soramitsu Unveil Blockchain-Based Savings Bonds System
TechTrendsKE
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October 7, 2024
The government of Palau in collaboration with global fintech, Soramitsu, and Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) have officially launched a prototype of a blockchain-based savings bonds system, Palau Invest. The launch marks a...
Palau gears up for election amid Chinese threats, US military buildup
Voice of America
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October 21, 2024
Koror, Palau — Driving toward the center of Palau’s commercial city of Koror, election yard signs for presidential, senate and house of delegates’ candidates in this tiny island nation’s November elections line the street as waves of the...
UH launching advanced degrees in fisheries management
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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August 24, 2025
The University of Hawaii has hired eight faculty members for new master’s and doctorate degree programs in sustainable fisheries management, coincidentally as President Donald Trump opened up prohibited fishing areas to Hawaii’s longline fleet....
Scientists test limits with coral breeding to boost heat tolerance, study reveals
The Jerusalem Post
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October 15, 2024
Scientific researchers have successfully bred corals to withstand a higher heat tolerance in an effort to contribute to a future in coral conservation. Researchers at Newcastle University's Coralassist Lab have launched the world's first attempt...
Palau Debuts Blockchain-Based Savings Bonds with Soramitsu and Japan
Cryptonews
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October 8, 2024
Palau has launched a blockchain-based savings bond system, "Palau Invest," in partnership with Japan and Soramitsu, enabling citizens to invest in national infrastructure projects while earning returns on their investments. Last updated: October...
Scientists have successfully bred corals to improve their heat tolerance
EurekAlert!
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Scientists have successfully bred corals to improve their heat tolerance A new study has shown that selective breeding can lead to a modest rise in coral heat tolerance. Led by experts at Newcastle University’s Coralassist Lab, the study documents...
Palau Pledge partners up qith Micronesian Voyaging Society for Kids Camp
Island Times
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October 18, 2024
Koror, Palau – The FRIENDS of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary recently wrapped up its 15th Palau Pledge Camp during the 2024 Fall Intersession. The Camp, a first with the Micronesian Voyaging Society (MVS), combined the cornerstone dive...
Palau, German lender WIBank launch blockchain bonds
Coingeek
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October 17, 2024
Homepage > News > Finance > Palau, German lender WIBank launch blockchain bonds Blockchain bonds are becoming increasingly popular as more financial industry players seek to enhance efficiency and transparency in the $130 trillion industry. The...
Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Meeting concludes
Solomon Star
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August 27, 2025
The Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers (PWWM) Meeting concluded on Tuesday in Honiara, with Ministers from 14 Pacific Island countries and territories committing to urgent action to strengthen water and sanitation across the region. The...
Palau election through a China vs Taiwan lens
Asia Times
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October 15, 2024
The United States isn’t the only country with a big election on November 5. Palau, a tourism-dependent microstate in the north Pacific, will also vote for a new president, Senate and House of Delegates that day. Why does this election matter?...
Pacific Water Ministers Meeting Concludes with Strong Regional Commitments
Tavuli News
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August 27, 2025
Wednesday 27 August 2025, Honiara – The Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers (PWWM) Meeting concluded yesterday in Honiara, with ministers from 14 Pacific Island countries and territories committing to urgent action to strengthen water and...
Palau debuts blockchain-based savings bonds by CBDC developer Soramitsu
crypto.news
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October 8, 2024
Palau’s government in partnership with Soramitsu and Japan’s ministry has launched a blockchain-based savings bond prototype aimed at enhancing domestic investment growth. Palau is launching a blockchain-based savings bond system developed in...
Winner joins PICRC as Research Assistant
Island Times
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January 24, 2025
The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) is proud to introduce Watson N. Winner, from Peleliu, as the newest member of its research team. After graduating from Okkodo High School in Guam, Watson gained diverse work experience as a driver...
Palau Election Commission gears up for 2024 Election after Supreme Court ruling
Island Times
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October 11, 2024
BY: Eustoria Marie Borja Koror, Palau – With just 25 days left before Palau’s 12th General Election on November 5, 2024, the Palau Election Commission (PEC) is working diligently to ensure that all voters, including 2,229 absentee voters, can cast...
Scientists Successfully Breed Corals for Enhanced Heat Tolerance
Technology Networks
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Register for free to listen to this article Thank you. Listen to this article using the player above. ✖ Summary Led by Newcastle University, a study demonstrated successful selective breeding of adult corals for enhanced heat tolerance, showing...
Scientists successfully breed corals to improve their heat tolerance
Phys.org
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October 14, 2024
A new study has shown that selective breeding can lead to a modest rise in coral heat tolerance. Led by experts at Newcastle University's Coralassist Lab, the study documents the world's first effort to selectively breed adult corals for enhanced...