2025.05.09
On May 9, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a grant agreement with the Government of the Republic of Palau in Koror State, to support the Project for the Improvement of Water Supply System in Koror and Airai States.
Signing ceremony
The project outline is explained below.
- Country
(Target Areas)
Republic of Palau (Koror and Airai States)
- Project Objective
This project aims to reduce non-revenue water and improve the management capacity of water supply system by renewal of aging water distribution pipes and installation of smart meters in Koror and Airai States, thereby contributing to ensuring the water supply system resilient to severe droughts caused by climate change.
- Specific Project Details
(a) construction of water distribution pipes
(b) procurement and installation of smart meters
(c) consulting services
- Maximum
Grant Amount
2,546 million Japanese Yen
- Implementation Period (planned)
47 months
Completion of the project is set for the beginning of operation (water flow) of all pipelines
- Executing Agency
Palau Public Utilities Corporation (PPUC)
- Contribution to SDGs
Goal 6 (Clean water and sanitation)
Goal 13 (Climate action)
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