On October 16, 2025 – Marked a significant milestone for the Republic of Palau with the successful completion of the final validation workshop for the draft National Migration Policy and Action Plan. This achievement represents the culmination of more than eighteen months of dedicated work, cross-sector collaboration, and extensive national dialogue.
Throughout the development process, consultations were held with over 40 stakeholders across government ministries, civil society organizations, the private sector, the Palauan diaspora, and international partners. Their perspectives and contributions have been instrumental in shaping a policy that reflects Palau’s national priorities, social context, and long-term development vision.
The Government of Palau extends its appreciation to all stakeholders who participated in this effort, helping to build a policy framework that will guide the nation’s approach to migration management, mobility, and diaspora engagement for years to come.
A special acknowledgment is extended to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Palau team—Frederica Rodrigues, Yumie Morishita, and Natasha Katusiime—for their exceptional leadership and coordination throughout the drafting process. Their work in facilitating consultations, consolidating national inputs, drafting policy chapters, and ensuring the process remained inclusive and well-structured has been critical to the successful completion of this draft.
The draft National Migration Policy and Action Plan now moves forward to the next steps in the adoption process. Once endorsed, it will serve as Palau’s first comprehensive national framework to guide migration governance and support the country’s economic development, societal well-being, and international engagement.
Palau remains committed to strengthening its migration systems in ways that support national resilience, safeguard social cohesion, and empower communities at home and abroad.
