Immigration & Resettlement: The U.S. has begun deporting migrants to Palau under a resettlement deal, with Palau’s president’s office confirming the first deportee arrived in late May—but the person left after about two weeks, and key details remain unclear. Regional Media & Culture: Palau is hosting a PIF Reporter Workshop in Koror to train journalists and communications teams ahead of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting, with a focus on governance coverage and broadcast skills. Health & Community Outreach: The Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps wrapped a five-day outreach across Palau, delivering mobile consultations, basic lab work, pharmacy services, and health education in Peleliu, Angaur, Ngaremlengui, Koror, and at Belau National Hospital. Environment & Livelihoods: Palau opened its first community-managed satellite giant clam hatchery in Koror, aiming to boost sustainable aquaculture, protect wild clam stocks, and support livelihoods—especially for women shifting from wild harvesting. Gender Equality: Palau’s National Gender Equality Policy and Action Plan 2026–2030 has been operationalized under the Bureau of Domestic Affairs, following endorsement by President Whipps. Business & Education: Palau SBDC’s office manager Delia Rae Joseph graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Infrastructure & Connectivity: PNCC is advancing major telecom upgrades, including a new 4G/5G standalone mobile network and a fiber-to-the-premises rollout. Education & Youth: Matriculation exam results were announced, with a 52% pass rate reported by the Myanmar junta. Policy Watch: Palau has applied to the WHO to review nicotine under international drug restrictions, arguing for stronger protections beyond the vape ban.