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Incumbent Palau President secures second term, defeats brother-in-law in elections


Surangel Whipps Jr. was reelected as the president of Palau after winning 5,626 votes in a national election, defeating his brother-in-law Tommy Remengesau. Palau, a key ally of Taiwan and the U.S., held the election on Nov. 5. Whipps Jr. stated that his government would focus on diversifying the economy and protecting the environment. Palau recently renewed a Compact of Free Association with the U.S., securing $890 million in economic assistance over 20 years. With a population of 18,000 spread across an archipelago, Palau plays a strategic role in the region. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Taiwan President Lai Ching-te congratulated Whipps Jr. on his victory, expressing their commitment to working together for a peaceful and prosperous Pacific. Albania’s Albanese mentioned looking forward to continued partnership, while Taiwan’s Lai highlighted opportunities for collaboration in tourism and infrastructure. Whipps Jr. faces significant challenges ahead, but remains optimistic about the future of Palau.

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