Project for Enhancing Coast Guard Capabilities in the Republic of Palau

OUTLINE OF THE PROJECT

In the three Micronesian countries of Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands, strengthening maritime security capabilities, including enforcement against illegal vessels and search and rescue and disaster response, was a pressing issue. The Nippon Foundation, the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, and others have been supporting the three countries in cooperation with government agencies of Japan, the United States, and Australia. As part of this effort, this project provided Palau with a 40-meter patrol vessel, a mooring facility for the vessel, and a new administration building. The mooring facility was named Melusch Melachel (Lucky Harbor) and the building Bai ra Bul (Lookout) by the President of Palau. The project aimed to ensure safer and more orderly waters.