PALIKIR, Pohnpei — July 11, 2024 — The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) received substantial humanitarian assistance from the People’s Republic of China amounting to $600,000 to support ongoing drought response efforts. The handover ceremony took place this morning, with the contribution being received by T.H. Secretary Andrew Yatilman of the FSM Department of Environment, Climate Change & Emergency Management.
Secretary Yatilman began the ceremony by expressing deep appreciation to His Excellency Ambassador Wu Wei and the delegation from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China to the FSM for their presence and support.
“On behalf of His Excellency President Wesley Simina and the Government and People of the FSM, we extend our sincere gratitude to the People’s Republic of China for this generous humanitarian assistance for the ongoing drought.”
Secretary Yatilman highlighted the recent collaboration between the two nations, mentioning the valuable disaster preparedness training held in Guangdong Province. “I would also like to thank your government for your recent support in having some of our disaster focal points participate in a training in Guangdong Province focusing on disaster preparedness and utilizing new technology such as drones during response efforts. The training brought together 39 participants from the various Pacific Island countries.”
The support from China will significantly enhance the FSM’s drought response initiatives. “This generous donation your government has provided will support and complement the continued drought response efforts to the affected communities throughout the FSM,” noted Secretary Yatilman.
The Government and People of the FSM are deeply grateful for this assistance, which reflects the strong friendship and cooperation between the Federated States of Micronesia and the People’s Republic of China.
