On May 21st, 2024, with an aim to enhance global collaboration, the Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines established relations with the Republic of Palau through the signing of a joint communiqué.

Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Dr. The Hon. Ralph E. Gonsalves, and President of the Republic of Palau; Surangel S. Whipps, Jr., came together to seal this diplomatic agreement.

The signing ceremony, held at the Presidential Office in Taipei, Taiwan, was a testament to the commitment of both nations to forge closer ties and collaborate both bilaterally and multilaterally. The signing of the joint communiqué also underscores the pivotal role of diplomacy and cooperation in addressing shared challenges and advancing mutual prosperity.

The government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines express profound gratitude to Palau's Government and People for warmly embracing the dawn of formal relations between our countries.

SOURCE: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade