Palau

The Compacts of Free Association (COFA) between the U.S. and the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau touch on nearly every U.S. national priority. So why are renegotiations stuck in limbo?

The Pacific Islands have not been overlooked by the White House, although the region’s democracies face challenges, too.

As the Biden administration confronts China’s growing assertiveness, the challenges confronting the smallest Pacific Islands should be front of mind.

A visit from Palau’s president also highlighted a milestone for Taiwan-U.S. relations.

In tow was the U.S. ambassador to Palau, John Hennessey-Niland, a further sign of Washington's support for Taiwan.

The diplomatic allies will open a travel bubble starting on April 1, potentially creating a framework for similar arrangements with other countries.

As the U.S. and its allies compete with China, the North Pacific is emerging as a key battleground.

A looming north-south split in the Pacific Islands Forum poses both challenges and opportunities to the rival superpowers.

Defense Secretary Esper's recent visits to Palau and Guam highlight the importance of the Second Island Chain to U.S. interests -- and China's growing influence there.

The island nation is an example of the battleground on which the United States and China are pursuing a "great power" competition for global influence.

With its eyes on China, the United States seeks to reaffirm its presence in the western Pacific.