帕劳总统Surangel Whipps Jr.抵达新西兰进行国事访问和太平洋岛屿论坛的准备工作. Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. arrives in New Zealand for a state visit and Pacific Islands Forum preparations.

帕劳总统Surangel Whipps Jr.于4月13日首次访问新西兰, 与总理克里斯托弗·卢森和内部长会面. Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. arrived in New Zealand for his first state visit on April 13, meeting with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Cabinet ministers. 这次访问恰逢帕劳即将举办太平洋岛屿论坛, 新西兰计划在2027年担任主持人. The visit coincides with Palau's upcoming hosting of the Pacific Islands Forum, with New Zealand scheduled to host in 2027. 两国领导人强调加强区域合作和伙伴关系, 为双方接连承担主办责任做好准备. Leaders emphasized strengthening regional cooperation and partnerships as both nations prepare for their consecutive hosting responsibilities.