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Republic of Palau: Selected Issues

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This Special Issues paper examines the modernization of Palau’s financial system amid persistent structural challenges that limit effective financial intermediation, domestic savings mobilization, and payment system efficiency. The authorities are pursuing fintech and digital initiatives to support economic diversification and improve the financial landscape; however, these innovations also introduce important risks that require strengthened regulation and supervision. The paper underscores the need for policy responses tailored to Palau’s small economic scale, unique financial system structure, and limited institutional capacity. Key priorities include addressing structural impediments in the banking sector and enhancing supervisory frameworks to ensure financial stability. The planned implementation of the blockchain‑based Palau Savings Bond will require robust institutional arrangements and a comprehensive legal and regulatory foundation to mitigate associated risks. Significant infrastructure, legal, and regulatory gaps remain, and closing these gaps is essential to avoid premature issuance of a tokenized dollar and ensure safe, sustainable financial system modernization.

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  • International Monetary Fund, 2026. "Republic of Palau: Selected Issues," IMF Staff Country Reports 2026/023, International Monetary Fund.
    • Handle: RePEc:imf:imfscr:2026/023
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