The Honorable Okada Techitong

Sixth Olbiil Era Kelulau

Delegate, State of Ngatpang

Delegate Okada Techitong was born on Christmas Eve 1945, and holds an Architectural Engineering Degree from the University of Guam. He served two consecutive terms as Executive Officer for the State of Ngatpang from 1993 to 1997, before being elected to the House of Delegates, Sixth Olbiil Era Kelulau, as its representative.

Under the administration of former President Kuniwo Nakamura, Delegate Techitong was a member of the Presidential Cabinet, serving as Minister of Commerce and Trade for two years from 1990 to 1992, and again for three years from 1997 to 2000. His dossier also includes General Manager of the CM Group Palau and Palau International Airport Corporation; Chairman of the Palau National Communications (PNCC) Board of Directors; Chairman of the Micronesian Shipping Corporation; Chairman of the Task Force on Heavy Equipment Training Program; and membership of the Joint Aviation Task force as well as the Task Force on Agriculture.

Delegate Techitong was previously appointed Chairman of the House Committee on Commerce and Trade in the current Sixth Olbiil Era Kelulau, in line with his work experience and background. He now heads the vital Committee on Ways and Means.