President Defends Airai Site for New National Hospital

islandtimes.org 25 Aug

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President Defends Airai Site for New National Hospital — Sources: islandtimes.org

By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (August 24, 2026) – President Surangel Whipps Jr. is defending the decision to relocate Belau National Hospital to Ngesibang, Airai, amid questions about the site-selection process and whether the decision requires congressional approval. Whipps said the current hospital site in Koror covers approximately 55,000 square meters—more than 13 acres.

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President Defends Airai Site for New National Hospital

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