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Surangel Whipps Jr.

President of Palau since 2021

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Surangel Samuel Whipps Jr. is a Palauan businessman and politician who has served as the president of Palau since 2021. He previously served as a senator from 2009 to 2016. He is an advocate for environmental conservation, economic reform, and maintaining Palau's diplomatic ties with Taiwan. After an unsuccessful bid for the presidency in 2016, he was elected in the 2020 presidential election. He won re-election in 2024.

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Born
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Place of birth
Baltimore wd
Citizenship
Palau wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
independent politician wd
Education
Andrews University, University of California, Los Angeles wd
Spouse
Valerie Whipps wd
Social media
X (Twitter) wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Palau (since 21 January 2021)
  • Member of the Senate of Palau (2008–2016)

Questions

When was Surangel Whipps Jr. born?
Surangel Whipps Jr. was born on 9 August 1968 in Baltimore.
What positions has Surangel Whipps Jr. held?
Positions held by Surangel Whipps Jr. include: President of Palau (since 21 January 2021); Member of the Senate of Palau (2008–2016).
Where did Surangel Whipps Jr. study?
Surangel Whipps Jr. was educated at Andrews University, University of California, Los Angeles.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Surangel Whipps Jr. · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q26703072 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Surangel Whipps Jr 2026.jpg by Government House, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (CC0)

Last updated · facts checked 15 November 2026

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"Surangel Whipps Jr.". DigiNepal. Last updated 10 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/surangel-whipps-jr. Retrieved 15 November 2026.

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