Palau, a Pacific island nation will become a marine sanctuary says President Tommy Remengesau Jr. while addressing a United Nations meeting.
This move will enable Palau to preserve “a pristine environment” and to find an alternative path to economic growth through promotion of snorkelling, scuba diving and ecotourism.
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