Politics

President Simina Arrives in Majuro for the 27th MIF, Meets with U.S. Department of the Interior’s Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary William “Bill” Hague

MAJURO, Republic of the Marshall Islands, July 1, 2025 – His Excellency Wesley W. Simina and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) delegation have arrived in Majuro for the 27th Micronesian Islands Forum (MIF) and, on the margins of the Forum, held a constructive bilateral meeting with Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS) William “Bill” Hague […]

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for Infrastructure Improvements at the Yap International Airport and the Yap Seaport in Yap State, Federated States of Micronesia

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President Simina Meets with Admiral Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet

HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 18, 2025 — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), met with Admiral Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, in Honolulu, reaffirming the strong and enduring partnership between the FSM and the United States. President Simina, joined by senior officials and members of his

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President Simina Conducts Citizens Outreach in Colorado

AURORA, Colorado, June 16, 2025 — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), met with citizens residing in and around the state of Colorado, as part of his ongoing outreach to FSM communities residing abroad. The visit followed his participation in the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in

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Marcellus J. Akapito Sworn In as Newest Member of NORMA Board

PALIKIR, Pohnpei, June 17, 2025 — In a brief ceremony held this morning at the Office of the President, Mr. Marcellus J. Akapito was officially sworn in as the newest member of the Board of Directors of the National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA). The oath of office was administered by the Honorable Aren B.

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President Simina Champions Ocean Governance & Stewardship at UNOC, Secures Historic Treaty Signing to Safeguard Maritime Zones Amid Climate Threats

Nice, France, June 10–12, 2025 – His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), has concluded a series of high-level engagements at the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) and the 6th Pacific Islands France Summit in Nice, France. — Address to the UN Ocean Conference General Debate: A Call

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Newly Confirmed Postmaster General Takes Oath of Office

PALIKIR, Pohnpei — The newly confirmed Postmaster General of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), Mr. Epel Ilon, was officially sworn into office on May 27, 2025, in a ceremony held at the Office of the President. The oath of office was administered by Vice President the Honorable Aren B. Palik. Vice President Palik congratulated

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Vice President Palik Delivers Keynote Address at 9th COM-FSM Yap Campus and FSM-FMI Joint Commencement Exercise

GAGIL, Yap, May 20, 2025 — The Honorable Vice President Aren B. Palik attended and delivered the keynote address at the 9th Joint Commencement Exercise of the College of Micronesia-FSM (COM-FSM) Yap Campus and the FSM Fisheries and Maritime Institute (FSM-FMI). Acting Governor of Yap State, The Honorable Thomas G. Tun, opened the ceremony with

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President Simina Completes Working Visit to Yap State and its Outer Islands

Yap, FSM, May 28, 2025 — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and Madame First Lady Ancelly Simina along with their delegation have concluded a working visit to Yap State and its outer islands, reaffirming the National Government’s commitment to unity, inclusive development, and strengthened service delivery across

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THE FSM TO LOWER ITS FLAG IN HONOR OF THE LATE GOVERNOR CHARLES S. CHIENG

PALIKIR, Pohnpei – May 28, 2025 – The President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, has issued a Presidential Proclamation declaring a national period of mourning and ordering the FSM National Flag to be flown at half-mast in honor of the late Governor of Yap State, Charles Sigfred Chieng.

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