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The Tiny Island Nation Caught Between Two Superpowers

State of the World from NPR

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Palau: A Strategic Pawn in Superpower Rivalry

This chapter delves into Palau's unique geopolitical position affected by US-China dynamics, offering insights from a local's viewpoint. It covers the historical context of World War II, colonial legacies, and current US military agreements that are reshaping the island's future.

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