Palau is now the smallest country in the world by population to have established an EMT; the local emergency medical team has completed training and is prepared to cope with disasters, disease outbreaks and other crises

President Surangel Whipps Jr. said urgent action is needed on the plastic pollution crisis as he participated in Greece in the 9th Our Ocean conference

The Palau National Scholarship Board is facing a crucial funding gap as available resources cover less than half of the financial needs of Palau students applying for scholarships

The Republic of Palau is now under Water Shortage ALERT as the water level in the Ngerimel and Ngerikiil reservoirs in Airai has decreased significantly due to lack of rainfall and increased water consumption - a decision by National Emergency Committee

Solar power generated by Solar Pacific Energy Corporation, an independent power producer, is now supplementing the national grid, confirmed he Palau Public Utilities Corporation