China’s Ambassador Presents Support to FSM for Successful Micronesia Expo 

PALIKIR, Pohnpei–– On August 21, 2024, His Excellency Ambassador Wu Wei of the People’s Republic of China met with Mrs. Elina Akinaga, Secretary of the Department of Resources and Development, to officially hand over China’s support for the Micronesia Expo that was held in Chuuk from July 22-26, 2024.

During the handover ceremony, Ambassador Wu Wei expressed his appreciation for the ongoing collaboration between the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and China. He emphasized the strong relationship between the two nations, describing them as partners in development. The Ambassador also highlighted the importance of continuing dialogue on the recently signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between China and the FSM, which were formalized during H.E. President Wesley W. Simina’s recent state visit to China.

In her remarks, Secretary Akinaga expressed gratitude for China’s ongoing support for the FSM’s various projects and initiatives and echoed Ambassador Wei’s eagerness to advance discussions on the MOUs, particularly those under the R&D portfolio, with the goal of achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.

The ceremony concluded with Ambassador Wu Wei presenting Secretary Akinaga with the $10,000 contribution from the People’s Republic of China, to assist with covering the costs of the Micronesia Expo.

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