Articles tagged with Palau
New Zealand and Palau Strengthen Partnership for Pacific Islands Forum and Ocean Protection
1 month ago | 261 viewsNew Zealand and Palau have agreed to strengthen their partnership as the next hosts of the Pacific Islands Forum, focusing on regional challenges like ocean health, fisheries management, and economic resilience. Foreign Minister Winston Peters emphasized the importance of unity among Pacific nations to address shared issues and announced New Zealand's continued support for Palau's Office of the Pacific Ocean Commissioner with NZ$1.1 million. The discussions also covered practical cooperation for Palau’s Forum hosting and highlighted New Zealand’s commitment to safeguarding the ocean, a vital resource for the region’s future.
Tags: Winston Peters Surangel Whipps Jr Gustav Aitaro Sakiasi Ditoka Baron Waqa New Zealand Palau Pacific Islands Forum Pacific Ocean Commissioner Pacific regionalismNZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters Visits Kiribati and Palau to Strengthen Pacific Ties
1 month ago | 351 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters will visit Kiribati and Palau to strengthen New Zealand's relationships across the Pacific, marking his first visit to Kiribati since 2019 and completing visits to all 17 Pacific Island Forum member countries in a single term. New Zealand and Palau are collaborating closely on regional issues as both prepare to host the Pacific Islands Forum in upcoming years. The visits aim to enhance resilience, prosperity, and security in the Pacific while continuing engagement on key matters like marine resource management.
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