Palau, an island nation of approximately 17,000 residents, has emerged as a focal point in the geopolitical contest between the United States and China. The U.S. maintains critical military infrastructure in Palau, including airstrips and radar installations, making the island strategically significant. However, Palau faces challenges from increasing Chinese influence, marked by illegal campaign donations
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