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PALIKIR, Pohnpei, August 7, 2024 – His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), had a productive meeting with the legislative branch from the outer island of Pingelap, led by T.H. Speaker Kinsiro Boaz. This meeting is part of the Simina-Palik administration’s continued commitment to engage with and address the […]

PATS, Madolenihmw, Pohnpei, August 5, 2024 – The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) proudly announces the official opening of the 2024 FSM Police Academy, held at the Pohnpei Agriculture and Trade School (PATS) in Madolenihmw. This significant event marks a collaborative effort to enhance the capacity and skills of law enforcement officers across the nation.

PALIKIR, Pohnpei, August 5, 2024 – The FSM’s Second National Fisheries Summit commenced today, bringing together key stakeholders from across the nation and beyond. The event, held in Pohnpei, aims to address the critical issues facing the fisheries sector and to strategize on sustainable management and development of the FSM’s fisheries resources. Following a welcoming

PALIKIR, Pohnpei – On August 1st, 2024, His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and T.H. Vice President Aren B. Palik, welcomed the Executive Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Rachel Thompson to the nation’s capital, during her courtesy call to Pohnpei. This visit marks a significant moment

PALIKIR, Pohnpei — On July 19, 2024, Vice President Aren B. Palik welcomed the FSM MiCare Board of Directors for a courtesy call at the Office of the President. The delegation included Kosrae State Lt. Governor Arthy Nena, Chairman Samson Pretrick, Dr. Marcelle Gallen, and former Governor of Yap State Sebastian Anefal. MiCare Administrator Jackie

(Pohnpei, FSM) – While training in nearby Divonne-les-Bains, France this month, the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) delegation (Team FSM) to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games had the opportunity to meet with FSM’s Permenant Representative (Ambassador)to the United Nations the Honorable Akillino H Susaia in Geneva, Switzerland. “It was a distinct honor for our athletes

WENO, Chuuk, July 22-26, 2024 – The 3rd Micronesia Expo 2024 commenced with a spectacular opening ceremony on July 22nd in Weno, Chuuk State, under the theme “Navigating Our Island Ocean for Prosperity and Resiliency.” The event brought together community members, youth, and leaders from the States of Pohnpei, Kosrae, Yap, and the host State

PALIKIR, Pohnpei – On Sunday, July 21, 2024, Vice President Palik hosted a working dinner for Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Lisa Marie Franchetti. Commissioned as a Naval Officer in 1985, Admiral Franchetti has achieved historic milestones, becoming the first woman to serve as the Chief of Naval Operations and the first woman to

TOKYO, Japan – On July 19, 2024, His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), attended and delivered the opening remarks at the FSM Captive Insurance Council (CIC) Seminar held in Tokyo, Japan while in the country attending the 10th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting (PALM10). The seminar, sponsored by the

TOKYO, Japan – From July 16-18 2024, His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), attended the 10th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting (PALM10) held in Tokyo, where leaders from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) and Japan gathered to strengthen their partnership. Co-chaired by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan and