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flag Palau took control of its ship registry in early 2026 to improve oversight and address sanctions-related risks.

flag Palau has taken direct control of its ship registry from a private operator, effective early 2026, following U.S. sanctions on Palau-flagged vessels linked to Iran and Russia and concerns over crew abandonment. flag The Bureau of Marine Transportation now manages all registration, certification, and flag-state services without interruption. flag Government officials say the transition, enabled by new legal amendments, strengthens oversight and upholds international standards, with no impact on service quality or the registry’s validity. flag The change addresses reputational risks but does not reflect on the former CEO’s professional integrity.

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