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Republic of Palau

Palau

Palau is a country in the Pacific that is home to 18,200 people. It is also home to 3 living indigenous languages. One of these, Palauan, is an official language of the country. In addition, 1 non-indigenous language, English, is established within the country. It is also an official language. In formal education, 1 indigenous language is used as a language of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    18,200

    people

    3

    living languages

    97%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 1
    2. 0
    3. 2
    4. 0

Palau has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.