Mapped: Government Debt to GDP by Country in 2025

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Pfizer’s Josh Palau: In-House Media Teams Create Speedy ‘Goal Alignment’

MIAMI – Building an in-house media operation isn’t anything special anymore. But when a major pharmaceutical company boasts of such an enterprise within its walls, it’s always worth paying more than a little attention. After all, as an advertising...

Record 375 UOG graduates this Sunday, Palau President Surangel Whipps will be commencement speaker

This semester’s graduating class of 375 students will be the largest in the history of the University of Guam, which also invited Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. as the commencement speaker this Sunday. UOG said it will be celebrating the...

House narrowly approves $1 Million settlement with Coin Minting Company

By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau— The House of Delegates narrowly passed House Joint Resolution No. 12-6-2 during the first day of its second special session, ratifying an agreement between the National Development Bank of Palau...

Whole government effort needed to protect Palau’s waters: President Whipps

Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr has signed Executive Order No. 491 creating a new national working group to better protect Palau’s waters, calling it a “whole government approach in securing Palau’s waters.” The Coordinated Maritime Management...

Former Honorary Consul challenges Palau’s ‘Undesirable Alien’ designation

KOROR, Palau — A former honorary consul to Monaco is contesting his inclusion on Palau’s list of undesirable aliens, a designation that bars individuals from entering the country under a law allowing the president to deny entry “in the best...

Palau leader says expansion of its fishing grounds to benefit Japan

Palau President Surangel Whipps gives an interview in Manila on Feb. 24, 2025. (Kyodo) MANILA (Kyodo) -- The leader of Palau has said a planned expansion of fishing grounds within the Pacific island country's exclusive economic zone will benefit...

Port Moresby business community raises K258,000 for Team PNG at Trukai Fun Run auction

Fun Run auction top five bidders inInternational Training Institute, PNG IPA, Brands Pacific, IBS University, and Sir Brian Bell Foundation (Image: Supplied) The spirit of national pride and community support was on full display at the Port...

Palau Senators raise concerns over Public Auditor’s delayed Reports

By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau — Palau’s Public Auditor Saturnino Tewid faced intense questioning from the Senate on Wednesday during an oversight hearing that lasted more than two hours. Senators raised concerns about persistent...

UN Assembly votes to demand that Russia stop war in Ukraine, Palau’s UN rep speaks out

From a tiny Pacific island nation to Europe’s economic powerhouse, country after country lashed out Tuesday at Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and urged support for a UN resolution demanding an immediate halt to Moscow’s offensive and withdrawal of...

Countries with Projected High Economic Growth in 2025; How About Indonesia?

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - While some countries experienced slower economic growth in the first quarter of 2025, others are projected to see their economies expand rapidly throughout the remainder of the year. Indonesia is among the nations that...

Rotary Club of Palau 30 Years of service wine and cheese fundraiser a success!

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, in a esounding display of community spirit and generosity, the recent Wine and Cheese Fundraiser exceeded all expectations, bringing together residents, local businesses, and supporters for an unforgettable evening and...

United executive says hotel renovations more important than destination flight incentives; new planes in 2026

In response to a question from David B. Tydingco, vice chairman of the PATA chapter, chairman of the Tourism Policy Committee of the Guam Travel and Tourism Association and managing director and CEO at Valley of the Latte Adventure Park, on what...

Palau cyberattack disrupts service at health ministry

KOROR (Island Times/Pacnews) — A cyberattack on Palau’s Ministry of Health and Human Services has disrupted services. It is the latest in a series of escalating digital threats against Palau’s government agencies, raising national concern. The...

Guam governor advocates for economic diversification as US military buildup continues

Guam is strategically important to the United States, housing both an Air Force and Navy base. Here, a US F-16 flies along the island's coastline. Photo: US Department of Defense The government of Guam is in talks with the US territory's airport...

“We Don’t Have Time to Play It Safe”: How Palau & Tuvalu Are Forcing Advertising To Face The Climate Crisis

“You might as well bomb us, because right now I feel like a toad in boiling water” – Those weren’t the words of an activist or an environmental lobbyist. They came from Surangel S. Whipps, Jr., the sitting President of Palau, speaking directly to...

Senate President says Palau stablecoin pilot project did not have the consent of OEK

Palau’s Senate President Hokkons Baules said that there are concerns that the partnership between Ripple and the government in launching a Palau stable coin has not been authorised by law, On Monday’s Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and...

Palauan students come to UOG for much more than Education

Alayna Kerbil Alonz, The Triton’s Call Feb 20, 2025- Far from the challenges of life in Palau, University of Guam junior O’Lani Ngirutang’s desire to rise from the comfort and security of home and establish a career against a confusing and...

Pay-Less Markets inducted into Guam Chamber’s 2025 Business Hall of Fame

Pay-Less Markets, a division of PMC Inv. Inc., has been inducted into the Guam Chamber of Commerce 2025 Business Hall of Fame - a prestigious honor recognizing local businesses that have made lasting contributions to the island’s economy,...

Palau cyberattack disrupts service at Ministry of Health

A cyberattack on Palau’s Ministry of Health and Human Services (MHHS) has disrupted services. It is the latest in a series of escalating digital threats against Palau’s government agencies, raising national concern. The Ministry of Health and...