Palikir, Federated States of Micronesia — June 25, 2026 — Secretary of Foreign Affairs, the Honorable Ricky F. Cantero, received Her Excellency Jenny Grant, Ambassador of Australia to the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), for a courtesy meeting at the Department of Foreign Affairs on June 4, 2026.
The meeting provided an opportunity to review key areas of bilateral cooperation and discuss preparations for upcoming engagements between the Federated States of Micronesia and Australia.
Among the matters discussed was the outcome of the recent high-level visit to Australia by His Excellency President Wesley W. Simina and then-Acting Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ricky F. Cantero to Australia. Ambassador Grant reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to maintaining close coordination with FSM Ambassador to Australia, Her Excellency Jane Chigiyal, to advance preparations for future high-level exchanges and cooperation initiatives between the two countries.
Secretary Cantero and Ambassador Grant also exchanged views on plans to commemorate the forthcoming 40th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between the Federated States of Micronesia and Australia on July 6, 2027. Both sides expressed a shared commitment to ensuring that this milestone is commemorated in a meaningful and memorable manner. Discussions included possible commemorative activities and opportunities to highlight the longstanding partnership between the two nations.
The meeting also addressed preparations for the upcoming FSM–Australia Biennial Development Cooperation Meeting, scheduled for November 30, 2026. Ambassador Grant emphasized the importance of maintaining a focused and practical agenda, including cooperation on maritime-related matters. Secretary Cantero underscored the importance of ensuring that the full breadth of the bilateral relationship is reflected in the discussions. Both sides agreed that the format and agenda of future meetings should remain flexible and responsive to the evolving priorities of both governments.
The meeting reaffirmed the strong and longstanding partnership between the Federated States of Micronesia and Australia. Both sides reiterated their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation and maintaining close collaboration on matters of mutual interest at the bilateral, regional, and international levels.
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