President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr.

It’s an honor to serve as an advisor to the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue. As the head of state for the Republic of Palau, I witness firsthand the struggle for supremacy among those with economic, strategic, or military interest in the Indo-Pacific region. Palau remains a close ally of the United States and a voice for the democratic rule of law against authoritarian regimes. Technology will play a critical role in the enduring freedom of our region, and I’m proud to partner with Krach Institute to foster our shared ideals.