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Where is Ngerulmud located in Palau?

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Ngerulmud is located in the state of Melekeok, which is situated on the east coast of Babelthuap, the largest island in Palau. It serves as the site of the country's capitol complex and has functioned as the capital of Palau since the government transferred the seat of power there from Koror in 2006.123