U Municipality, Pohnpei – February 5, 2025 – As part of the administration’s ongoing community outreach efforts, His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and Madame First Lady Ancelly Simina, paid an official visit to U Municipality, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to unity, grassroots development, and partnership with local communities.
The visit was marked by the presence of U Municipality’s esteemed
traditional leadership, including Wasalapalap Songohro, Nahnmwarki of U, and Iso Nahken of U, as well as other high-ranking traditional and government officials including the Speaker of the FSM Congress Esmond Moses and Pohnpei State Governor Stevenson Joseph. Addressing the gathering, President Simina paid tribute to the traditional leaders and underscored the importance of their role in fostering stability and safeguarding our traditions.
In his remarks, the President emphasized the values of resilience, cooperation, and unity that have long been the foundation of strong communities in the FSM. He noted that his administration is deeply committed to strengthening partnerships at the grassroots level, ensuring that all citizens have opportunities for a better quality of life.
“My presence here is a testament to my administration’s enduring commitment to supporting and collaborating with the people of our young nation,” President Simina stated. “Our domestic policy is firmly rooted in democracy, and we will continue to strengthen peace, harmony, and unity, especially at the grassroots level.”
As a demonstration of this commitment, President Simina pledged $1.5 million in funding for infrastructure projects in U Municipality. The allocation will be directed toward priority initiatives identified by the municipal leadership. “Once you have identified your project,” he assured the leadership, “we will stand ready to ensure its swift implementation.”
The President acknowledged the challenges faced by local governments, including limited resources and capacity constraints, but emphasized that these obstacles should not deter progress. “Through partnership and cooperation, we can overcome these challenges together,” he affirmed.
Chief Minister Rofino Primo, Speaker Mason Albert, and other municipal leaders welcomed the President’s visit and reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with the national government to improve the lives of their constituents.
The visit to U Municipality is part of the Simina-Palik administration’s broader effort to engage directly with communities across the FSM, ensuring that the voices and needs of the people remain central to the government’s development agenda.
