Fiji, Oct. 1 -- Palau President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr told the United Nations General Assembly last week that peace, justice, and inclusivity must guide the international community, warning that wars and political exclusions threaten global stability.

"Palau knows too well the heavy cost of war, having endured the devastation of World War II on our islands. That history reminds us not only of the suffering left in the wake of conflict, but also of the sacred value of peace," Whipps said.

He said Palau has always stood for "the dignity of every human life and for the peaceful resolution of disputes through dialogue and respect for international law."

On the Israel-Palestine conflict, Whipps said a lasting solution must deliver dignity ...