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President Simina Meets with President Whipps in Chuuk

Chuuk, FSM, January 30, 2026— His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia, met today with President of the Republic of Palau, His Excellency Surangel S. Whipps Jr., during President Whipps’ stopover in Chuuk earlier today. The two leaders exchanged views on mutual priorities and key issues affecting Micronesia. Discussions focused

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President Simina Presents Exequatur to Japan’s Newly Appointed Honorary Consul in Chuuk, Mr. Kasio “Kembo” Mida, Jr.

CHUUK, FSM — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia, formally presented the Exequatur to Mr. Kasio “Kembo” Mida, Jr., officially recognizing his appointment as Honorary Consul of Japan in the State of Chuuk, during a ceremony held at the Office of the Governor of Chuuk State on January 28,

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Ambassador Soram Presents Letters of Credence as FSM Ambassador to Canada

Palikir, Pohnpei — January 28, 2026 — His Excellency Jackson T. Soram, Ambassador of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) to the United States and now cross-accredited to Canada, formally presented his Letters of Credence to Her Excellency the Right Honorable Mary May Simon, Governor General of Canada. The official ceremony was held at the

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Vice President Palik Joins PICS Agriculture Classrooms Completion and Operational Handover Ceremony

DOLONIER, Pohnpei — January 28, 2026 — The Honorable Aren B. Palik, Vice President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), joined educators, students, development partners, and government officials at the completion and operational handover ceremony of the Pacific Island Countries Schools (PICS) Agriculture Classrooms, marking a significant milestone in strengthening agricultural education and skills

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President Simina Joins Australia Day Celebrations, Reaffirms Strong FSM–Australia Partnership

PALIKIR, Pohnpei — January 26, 2026 — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), attended the celebration of Australia Day at an official reception hosted by the Australian Embassy on January 23, 2026, commemorating Australia’s national day and the strong friendship between the FSM and Australia. On the occasion,

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President Simina Administers Oath of Office for New NORMA Executive Director, Mrs. Camille Inatio

PALIKIR, Pohnpei — January 26, 2026 — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), administered the oath of office to Mrs. Camille Inatio, officially installing her as the new Executive Director of the National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) during a ceremony held at the President’s Office. Mrs. Inatio’s

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FSM Marks Countdown to Service East Micronesia Cable Project, Marking Historic Milestone in National Connectivity

PALIKIR, Pohnpei – January 23, 2026 — The Office of the President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) officially marked the countdown to service the East Micronesia Cable (EMC) Project on January 22, 2026, a transformative initiative that will, for the first time in the nation’s history, connect all four FSM states through a

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FSM and United States Reaffirm Partnership During High-Level Consultations

PALIKIR, Pohnpei — January 21, 2026 — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), joined by Vice President Aren B. Palik, welcomed a United States Government delegation led by Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, the Honorable Michael DeSombre, during high-level bilateral consultations in

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Ambassador Soram Testifying Before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee

On January 14, 2026, Ambassador Jackson T. Soram of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) testified before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs, underscoring the importance of the Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2024 Implementation. Testifying alongside him were Ambassador Charles Paul, Ambassador of the Republic of the Marshall

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