Palau Becomes the 76th Member Country to Join ISA Framework

The Island nation of Palau became joins the framework of International Solar Alliance (ISA). Palau, an archipelago of over 500 islands in Oceania, on July 16 became the 76^th participant country to join the International Solar Alliance.

The island nation became a participant in New York which till date has been sanctioned by a total of 54 of the 76 countries.

Palau President Tommy Remengesau contracted the ISA Framework Agreement during a special ceremony at the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations. Remengesau acknowledged the ISA as a key initiative for encouraging sustainable energy.

Highlighting the partnership between India and Palau, Remengesau commended India as an important partner for South-South Cooperation and applauded the positive role being played by the India-UN Development Fund in promoting sustainable development projects in partner countries.

He appreciated that India made no distinction between the size of countries and treated small countries like Palau with respect and mutual understanding. Additionally, Palau will host the 2020 edition of the ‘Our Oceans conference’, which will focus on issues such as climate change, sustainable fisheries and marine pollution.

Remengesau said his small island nation looks forward to partnering with India during the conference and showcasing the concept of partnership – “big brothers working with small brothers to address sustainable development issues.”