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Palau to Ban Commercial Fishing

President Tommy Remengesau Jr. of Palau announced today during a keynote talk at the United Nations that Palau intends to ban all commercial fishing and establish its waters as a marine sanctuary.  Remengesau’s announcement came during a U.N. meeting about “Healthy Oceans and Seas.” President Remengesau did say that current fishing agreements with Japan, Taiwan, and some private […]

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Palau President Proposes Commercial Fishing Ban

Tommy Remengesau, President of the Pacific island nation The Republic of Palau has proposed banning all commercial fishing in Palau waters. Remengesau, who served as Vice President from 1992-2000, President from 2001 through 2009, and was again elected President in November, 2012, wants to create the world’s largest marine reserve. Remengesau hopes to develop a […]

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