Ngiratkel Etpison

ModernPoliticianPalau1925 — ?

Palauan businessman and president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1925

Country

Palau

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)24

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)42

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score37.5

Ngiratkel Etpison — Complete Timeline

1989 AD

Elected President of PalauPolitical Action◆ Major

Ngiratkel Etpison was elected President of Palau in 1989, succeeding Lazarus Salii. A wealthy businessman, he used his personal fortune to fund his campaign and promised economic development, but his presidency was marked by political infighting and corruption allegations.

ElectionBusinessCorruption

Impact: national

1992 AD

Lost re-election bidPolitical Action

Etpison was defeated in the 1992 presidential election by Kuniwo Nakamura. His loss reflected public dissatisfaction with his administration's performance and the ongoing political turmoil in Palau during the transition to full independence.

ElectionDefeatTransition

Impact: national