Palau residents, as other Pacific Islanders, depend directly on the reefs for food and their living, either through agriculture and fishing or tourism. Coral reef protection is crucial for their survival and that of their ecosystems.
REPORT - Improving Social Services Rapid progress in health, education and social protection has slowed, and new policies and budgets are needed to help reverse this. Report | Slideshow
PRESS RELEASE - World Bank Pushing for Lower Remittance Fees in the Pacific Region Hard-working Pacific Islanders are struggling to meet the high costs of sending money home, solutions being discussed. More | Report Also: Pacific regional strategy
REPORT - A landmark strategy known as the Agricultural and Rural Development Strategy was launched in April 2007 to strengthen the Solomon Islands’ rural economy, promote growth, create jobs and to increase rural incomes. More Download: Summary (1.3mb pdf) | Full report