Law enforcement in Palau

The Palau Bureau of Public Division of Marine Law Enforcement (DMLE)[2] is responsible for marine surveillance, maritime law enforcement, search and rescue in Palau's territorial waters and its 200 nm exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

They also operate the PPS Kedam for use in maritime surveillance and fisheries control over Palau's EEZ.

The Remeliik was donated and is maintained by Australia, who also provide training for the crew.

Palau has provided police officers to the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands.

The Palau Division of Maritime Law Enforcement has approximately 30 staff, 5 of which are paid for by The Nippon Foundation.