The Government of Palau, in partnership with IOM and with funding from the Government of Japan, has officially launched the “Enhancing Border Management Capacity Through the Introduction of an E-Passport for the Republic of Palau” Project. The USD 4.5 million initiative will modernize Palau’s passport system by introducing electronic, biometric-enabled passports. The three-year project will enhance Palauans’ access to safe travel, streamline service delivery, strengthen national security, and align Palau with international travel standards.
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