Why the island nation of Palau is a focus of the world’s 2 ... - NPR
Aug 27, 2024 · The island nation of Palau is at the center of tensions involving the U.S., China and Taiwan. It's a delicate geopolitical balancing act that Palau has had to do since its inception.
Palau’s president says China is weaponizing lucrative tourism over …
Aug 16, 2024 · WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Beijing weaponized tourism to the Pacific archipelago of Palau over its allegiance to Taiwan and its accusations that China was behind a major cyberattack there, President Surangel Whipps Jr. told The Associated Press.
Palau president hits out at China as re-election confirmed
Nov 13, 2024 · The pro-Western president of Palau has hit out at China as his re-election was confirmed. The electoral committee formally declared President Surangel Whipps Jr’s victory in the vote on Wednesday.
China stopped tourists after I refused to betray Taiwan, says Palau ...
Oct 29, 2024 · Within months of Palau president Surangel Samuel Whipps’s election victory, Chinese tourists stopped arriving to his country - URS FLUEELER. The message from the government official was simple:...
Palau is under attack from PRC - fdd.org
Nov 2, 2024 · China plays push-pull with its tourists to Palau—a country that depends substantially on tourism—creating deliberate economic instability when it can’t create dependence. In 2008, there were 634 Chinese tourists in Palau, less than 1% of all tourists.
Failed Palau media deal reveals China's Pacific influence efforts
Jul 21, 2023 · Although the agreement fell through, it highlights China's efforts to influence the Pacific states — including Palau, a US ally and one of the few countries to recognise Taiwan.
What to Know About Palau’s Election: Taiwan, China and Other …
Nov 14, 2024 · China has continuously pressured Palau to break ties with Taiwan. Both of Palau’s presidential candidates offered continuity with Taiwan and the United States. After Palau held its presidential election on November 5, incumbent President Surangel Whipps Jr. was announced as the winner this week.
Palau’s president secures 2nd term amid attempt to navigate US-China …
Nov 11, 2024 · Palau’s President Surangel Whipps Jr. has secured another term in office after defeating former President Tommy Remengesau Jr. in its Nov. 5 election that was closely monitored. Palau sits on the...
Why a Pacific Island Is Blaming China for a Hack - The New York Times
Jun 2, 2024 · Palau, a clump of about 350 small islands in the Pacific Ocean, has become increasingly important to the United States as China tries to build clout in the Indo-Pacific. This year, Washington...
Palau president says he expects China to try to meddle in election
TOKYO, June 5 (Reuters) - The Pacific island nation of Palau expects China to attempt to meddle in a national election later this year over its recognition of Taiwan, President Surangel Whipps...
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