Palau lawmakers vote to block controversial Trump deal to resettle migrants from US
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Palau's senate voted to block a controversial deal with the U.S. to resettle up to 75 deportees from third countries in Palau. The agreement, signed by President Surangel Whipps Jr. in December, is part of a broader U.S. assistance package. The senate's opposition stems from concerns about Palau's capacity and potential impacts on its social cohesion and cultural values. The Council of Chiefs also expressed disapproval, citing the nation's unpreparedness for such a responsibility. The lower house will now consider the deal, and the final decision rests with President Whipps Jr., who maintains the deal offers a humane solution while respecting Palau's laws and limited capacity. A non-binding referendum on the issue has also been proposed.
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