Haruo Remeliik
Haruo Ignacio Remeliik (1 June 1933 – 30 June 1985) was the first President of Palau from 2 March 1981 until his assassination on 30 June 1985.
He is buried at Kloulklubed in his home state of Peleliu. Remeliik was of mixed Japanese and Palauan descent.
Haruo Remeliik | |
|---|---|
 Taken around 1976 | |
| 1st President of Palau | |
| In office 2 March 1981 – 30 June 1985 | |
| Vice President | Alfonso Oiterong |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Remengesau Sr. (acting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Haruo Ignacio Remeliik 1 June 1933 Peleliu, South Seas Mandate (present day Palau) |
| Died | 30 June 1985 (aged 52) Koror, Palau |
| Manner of death | Assassination by gunshots |
| Political party | Independent |
| Spouse | Regina Remeliik |
Early life
Remeliik studied priesthood in Truk. Later he returned to Palau and became an associate judge. In 1968, he won a seat in Palau legislature and became vice speaker. In 1970 he was appointed as deputy district administrator for the Palau district of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. In 1978 he became a member and later also president of the constitutional convention. In 1980, he was elected as the first President of Palau, and he won re-election in 1984.
Death
Remeliik's killers remain unknown. Remeliik was shot in the driveway of his home by an unidentified gunman. Six months after the killing, two relatives of Roman Tmetuchl and another man were arrested in connection to the killing; however, they were later released. In March 2000, former presidential candidate and convicted felon John O. Ngiraked claimed responsibility for the conspiracy to kill Remeliik.
Allegations of CIA involvement
There have been persistent allegations that Remeliik was killed by the CIA due to his firm anti-nuclear stance.
See also
References
External links
- Corry, John (2 July 1987). "'20/20' EXAMINES TORUBLE IN PALAU". The New York Times. Retrieved 3 August 2016.
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