News - Palau

The U.S. government announced more than $44 million in new law enforcement and maritime security initiatives during the inaugural U.S.-Pacific Islands Conference of Police Ministers, aiming to counter transnational criminal networks that exploit sea routes across the Pacific.

United Airlines Holdings Inc. reported an all-time record total operating revenue of $17.9 billion for the third quarter of 2026, representing a 17.4% increase compared to the same period in 2025.

KOROR and MELEKEOK, Palau — A select group of businesses participated in the Guam Business Magazine Trade Mission to Palau the week of Sept. 28, which was also supported by the Journal.

The United States and Australia announced on Sept. 2 at the Pacific Island Forum that each country will donate funding for the Pacific Islands, for a total of $580 million.

Qantas will double its direct service between Brisbane and Koror to two return flights a week during the peak season, after signing a new agreement to continue operating the Palau Paradise Express.

The Pacific Prosperity Exhibit officially opened Aug. 27 at the Palau National Gym ahead of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting.

Palau is expecting to welcome about 2,000 people, including Pacific leaders and senior officials from Aug. 30 to Sept. 4 for the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, the region’s top annual gathering of heads of state and government.