AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCost of Living: Palau senators have proposed cutting the Goods and Services Tax from 10% to 5% and removing taxes on food, electricity and phone bills. The measures aim to ease household costs but would also reduce government revenue. Development Finance: A Senate resolution urges President Surangel Whipps Jr. to move $30 million from the Compact Trust Fund into the National Development Bank to expand loans for housing, farming, fisheries, infrastructure and small businesses. The proposal has raised questions about the bank’s capacity and the returns forgone by shifting funds from overseas investments. Tourism: Palau is promoting itself in Japan following the launch of direct Narita–Koror flights, a step that could improve access for visitors and support tourism businesses.
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