Finance

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

President Simina Meets with President Whipps in Chuuk Read More »

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,

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

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

Ambassador Soram Presents Letters of Credence as FSM Ambassador to Canada Read More »

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

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

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,

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

FSM Government Charges Department of Finance & Administration Employee with Conflict of Interest, Theft, Money Laundering, & Unauthorized Possession or Removal of Property

PALIKIR, Pohnpei—On March 24th, 2023, the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) filed criminal charges against an employee of the FSM Department of Finance & Administration, Sylvia Edward, due to alleged criminal conduct in violation of: conflict of interest in violation of Title 11, Section 512; theft in violation Title 11, Sector 602;

FSM Government Charges Department of Finance & Administration Employee with Conflict of Interest, Theft, Money Laundering, & Unauthorized Possession or Removal of Property Read More »

FSM Receives Three Infrastructure Sector Grant Awards Totaling $64,591,163 for the Kosrae State Hospital, Yap Water Treatment Plant, & Yap Wastewater Treatment Plant

PALIKIR, March 28th 2023 (FSMIS)—On March 27th, 2023, His Excellency David W. Panuelo—President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM)—and the Honorable Aren B. Palik, Vice President of the FSM, received information from the Office of Compact Management and the Department of Transportation, Communications, & Infrastructure regarding the FSM receiving three Infrastructure Sector grant awards

FSM Receives Three Infrastructure Sector Grant Awards Totaling $64,591,163 for the Kosrae State Hospital, Yap Water Treatment Plant, & Yap Wastewater Treatment Plant Read More »

World Bank-funded FSM Sustainable Energy Development & Access Project Breaks Ground in Nahnpohnmal; Pohnpei State Receiving Three New Generators to Strengthen Electrical Grid

PALIKIR, March 21st 2023 (FSMIS)—On March 20th, 2023, His Excellency David W. Panuelo—President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM)—attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the FSM Sustainable Energy Development & Access Project’s (SEDAP’s) three new generators at the Nahnpohnmal Power Plant in Pohnpei State. Funded by the World Bank, SEDAP is one of the central

World Bank-funded FSM Sustainable Energy Development & Access Project Breaks Ground in Nahnpohnmal; Pohnpei State Receiving Three New Generators to Strengthen Electrical Grid Read More »