Unofficial results from Palau's presidential election indicate a strong lead for pro-Taiwan incumbent leader Surangel Whipps Jr. His opponent, former President Tommy Remengesau, is pursuing closer ties with China. Palau is one of Taiwan's 12 remaining diplomatic allies.
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00:00Unofficial results from Palau's presidential election indicate a strong
00:04lead for incumbent leader Sir Angle Whipps Jr. Whipps is seeking to
00:08strengthen ties with the US and Taiwan while his opponent, former President
00:13Tommy Romengasau, is pursuing closer relations with China on climate issues
00:17and economic development. Palau is one of Taiwan's 12 remaining diplomatic allies.