MAJURO, Republic of the Marshall Islands, July 1, 2025 – On the margins of the 27th Micronesian Islands Forum (MIF), Madame Ancelly Simina, First Lady of the Federated States of Micronesia was graciously hosted today by Lerooj Ester Zedkaia, the highest traditional leader in Majuro, for a special luncheon held in honor of the visiting spouses of MIF high-level delegates.

The gathering served as a meaningful cultural exchange and demonstrated the important role of women leaders, traditional and contemporary, in preserving Pacific values, strengthening community bonds, and supporting regional cooperation.

First Lady Simina expressed her deep gratitude to Lerooj Zedkaia for her warm hospitality and for providing a space for fellowship among women leaders from across Micronesia. The event highlighted the enduring strength of Micronesian cultural values, traditional leadership and the unifying role of women in shaping the region’s shared future.

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