Republic Of Palau (Noun)
Meaning
A republic in the western central Pacific Ocean in association with the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The Republic of Palau is an archipelago of over three hundred islands in Micronesia.
- In 1982 the Republic of Palau signed a Compact of Free Association with the United States.
- The Republic of Palau became independent on October 1, 1994, when the Compact of Free Association with the United States came into effect.
- Tourism is a major driver of the economy for the Republic of Palau with popular destination spots including the famous rock islands.
- The United States provides defense and funding to the Republic of Palau as part of their Compact of Free Association agreement.