2013 Joint Committee Meeting Mid-Year Review
Press Release #13045-07
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 16, 2013
The Mid-Year Review meeting between the Federated States of Micronesia and the United States was held in Palikir, Pohnpei on May 15, 2013, on updated issues of mutual interest relating to Title III of the Compact of Free Association.
Sekere to Nampei Memorial School Waterline – Phase 1
Press Release #13045-08
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 16, 2013
On May 5, 2013, the Program Management Unit (PMU) successfully completed the construction of Phase 1 of the Sekere to Nampei Memorial School Waterline for the Pohnpei Utility Corporation (PUC) of Pohnpei, FSM. This project extended the existing waterline, which had previously terminated in Sekere, Sokehs, approximately 2.5 miles to the College of Micronesia main campus in Palikir and will provide treated water to customers along the new pipeline. The new 8” (inch) waterline construction included fire hydrants, service laterals and four (4) new well pumps. The PMU solicited contractor’s bids for this project in September of 2011 and subsequently awarded Orion Construction Company (Guam) the contract as the lowest responsible bidder for $1,496,948.58. The Notice to Proceed was issued on May 31, 2012 with an original contract deadline of February 25, 2013. A pipe material change requested by PUC resulted in a change order for an additional $31,106.20 contract amount and a corresponding time extension until March 13, 2013. Due to a downsizing of well pumps, also requested by PUC, and to a delay in materials shipping, a second change order was issued with a net deductive contract amount of ($6,900.73) and a time extension until May 5, 2013. The total cost of construction including change orders was $1,521,154.05.
H.E. Gilles Garachon presented Credentials to President Emanuel Mori as the new Ambassador of the French Republic to the Federated States of Micronesia
Press Release #13045-03
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 16, 2013
On Monday, May 13, 2013, President Emanuel Mori received the Letter of Credence of H.E. Gilles Garachon, Ambassador of the French Republic to the Federated States of Micronesia, in an official ceremony held at the President’s conference room. Ambassador Garachon is succeeding H.E. Thierry BORJA de MOZOTA. This year marks the 20th Anniversary of relations between the FSM and the French Republic established in February 1993.
During the ceremony, President Mori welcomed the Ambassador and thanked him for taking his time to visit the FSM to formally present his Credentials as the new Ambassador of the French Republic to the FSM. He acknowledged and thanked the France Government for the placement of a France’s Honorary Consul in the FSM, which is a testament of mutual desire by the two governments to strengthening bilateral relations. President Mori expressed his appreciation to the Ambassador for the France’s past assistance to the FSM, as well as its assistance and cooperation at the regional level and as a post Forum dialogue partner at the Pacific Islands Forum.
Second Quarterly Meetings of the Chuuk Advisory Group on Education Reform
Press Release #13045-06
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 21, 2013
Weno, Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia—May 3, 2013—The Chuuk Advisory Group on Education Reform (AG) held its second set of meetings in Weno, Chuuk, from April 29th through May 3rd. The Advisory Group is tasked with assisting the Chuuk State Board of Education in monitoring and implementing Chuuk State Education Reforms. The Advisory Group was established as an agreed outcome of high level meetings held by the United States Government, FSM National Government and Chuuk State Government in November of 2012. This Advisory Group held its first meeting in January of this year.
Eighteenth FSM Congress delegation meets with President Mori at the start of first session
Press Release #13045-04
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 16, 2013
FSMIS (May 14, 2013): In the morning of May 13, a Congressional Special Committee met with President Manny Mori as the new Eighteenth FSM Congress began its first session after getting organized on May 11.
The Special Committee composed of Senator Yosiwo P. George, Chairman, Senator Joseph J. Urusemal, Senator Peter M. Christian and Senator Wesley W. Simina. In opening the meeting, President Mori welcomed the committee and extended his congratulations to the Eighteenth FSM Congress and its new leadership who have assumed their various posts as a result of decisions undertaken last Saturday – the first day.
Vice President Alik urges students to know their governments and do well in school
Press Release #13045-05
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 16, 2013
FSMIS (May 15, 2013): The FSM Close Up program is busy this week with over forty students visiting the FSM National Government as part of their activities this year under the theme of “Education in the face of Climate Change”.
This morning, the 17th Close Up program students and their chaperons coming from all the four states in the FSM had the opportunity to engage with Vice President Alik L. Alik in an interactive discussion as arranged by the FSM National Department of Education represented by Mr. Wayne Mendiola who coordinates the week-long activities. In welcoming the students and the support staff, Vice President Alik touched briefly on President Manny Mori’s medical trip to the Filippines and expressed his happiness to take part in their educational visit to the Nation’s Capitol. He then shared some parts of his career background and the streak of diplomatic postings that preceded his taking up of political office as a FSM Congressman for the State of Kosrae, resulting in his election as the FSM Vice President.
FSM and Australia hold second review talks on Pacific Partnership for Development
Press Release #13045-02
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 06, 2013
On April 30, 2013, the Government of Australia and the Federated States of Micronesia held its second annual review talks on Pacific Partnership for Development at the FSM Department of Foreign Affairs’ conference room. The Pacific Partnership for Development (PP4D) is a development partnership between the FSM and Australia where issues of common interests are discussed between the two governments, specifically as it relates to the three priority sectors in the areas of Financial stability and economic development, with an emphasis on tax reform elements, Coordination of development assistance, and the Environmental management, with an emphasis on legislation and legal reform.
FSM Office of SBOC Releases FY2012 Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements for the Compact Trust Fund
Press Release #13045-01
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
May 03, 2013
On April 26, 2013, the FSM Office of SBOC transmitted the Compact Trust Fund Committee’s recently released fiscal year 2012 Annual Report and Audited Financial Statement to FSM President Manny Mori and FSM Congress Speaker Isaac V. Figir.
Ambassador Susaia Presents Credentials in Seoul, Korea
Press Release #1304-08
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 23, 2013
(FSM Embassy, Beijing) Ambassador Akillino H. Susaia presented his
Letter of Credence to Her Excellency Park Geun-hye, President of the Republic of Korea during a ceremony held at the Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae) in Seoul at 2:40 pm on 18 April 2013.
The Letter of Credence was signed by His Excellency President Manny Mori designating Ambassador Susaia as the FSM Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Korea. In receiving the letter, President Park accepted Ambassador Susaia as the non-resident FSM ambassador accredited to Korea with residence in Beijing.
Ambassador Susaia presented his credentials as a part of a group ceremony which included seven other non-resident Ambassadors from Maldives, Tajikistan, Burkina Faso, Marshall Islands, Cyprus, Mali and Botswana.
2023 Planning Committee Holds Inaugural Meeting
Press Release #1304-05
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 11, 2013
Palikir, POHNPEI (FSM Office of SBOC) – The 2023 Planning Committee held its inaugural meeting on April 9, 2013 at the Cliff Rainbow Hotel Conference Room. The Committee, which was established by Executive Order No. 40 on March 6, 2012, is comprised of membership from the executive leadership of the FSM National and four State Governments. For this inaugural meeting, representatives from the five legislative branches of government across the nation were also invited, as well as the resident Diplomatic Corps. During his keynote statement, President Manny Mori conveyed that the nature of the loose federation of the FSM also lends to significant challenges in the implementation of the nation’s development goals. President Mori went on to highlight that the convening of the committee provides a clear indication of the desire to address those and other challenges in light of the looming expiration of economic provisions of Title Two of the Amended Compact in 2023 as well as the expected shortfall of the Compact Trust Fund.
Immunization Week
This year Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) will be celebrating National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) as part of the third World/National Immunization Week, a WHO and CDC initiative. This initiative aims to join all six WHO regions, member states, territories and areas around the world to observe this very important event in a call to action to ensure that our infants are fully immunized.
During National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) and World Immunization Week (WIW), set for April 22-27, revitalization efforts will be made in the four FSM states to increase and promote awareness on the importance of immunization.
FSM joints the international community in condemning the DPRK’s increasing aggressive threats – Pacific should be a region of peace, harmony, security and economic prosperity
Press Release #1304-06
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 11, 2013
Palikir, POHNPEI (Dept. of Foreign Affairs): The FSM joins the international community in condemning in the strongest terms the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s increasing aggressive threats, specifically naming bases in Guam, Okinawa, and other facilities around the Asia Pacific rim as targets, as recently reported in the news media. These recent threats by North Korea have further escalated tensions not only on the Korean peninsula, but throughout the Pacific region. This is most regrettable because Pacific Islands Forum Leaders believe the Pacific can, should and will be a region of peace, harmony, security and economic prosperity.
FSM National Government to Convene a 3rd Investment Facilitation Symposium
Press Release #1304-07
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 11, 2013
Palikir, Pohnpei (Dept. of Resources and Development): The National Government is convening a Symposium on Investment Facilitation in the FSM for May 6-9, 2013 at the COM-FSM Gymnasium, Palikir, Pohnpei. The main objective of the proposed Symposium is to discuss and make recommendations on measures to facilitate investments in the FSM, focusing on improving the business climate, enhancing financial literacy of the private sector as well as the confidence of financial institutions to lend to the private sector, with the ultimate objective of achieving long-term economic growth and sustainable development.
President Mori calls for the Fifth Special Session of the 17th FSM Congress
Press Release #1304-03
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 10, 2013
FSMIS (April 8, 2013): An April 5 memo from President Manny Mori to all FSM National Government's department, office and agency Heads informed everyone that "the President has called a five-day Special Session convening on April 15, 2013".
Ambassador Takesy Presents Strategies for Avoiding Climate Migrations
Press Release #1304-04
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 10, 2013
Honolulu, Hawaii – On April 5, FSM Ambassador to the United States Asterio Takesy spoke to an audience at the University of Hawaii at Manoa about climate change impacts in the Pacific and the prospect of future climate change-induced migration.
JEMCO Discusses FSM’s Long Term Fiscal Plans at Midyear Meeting
Press Release #1304-01
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 03, 2013
Palikir, Pohnpei – On March 14, 2013 the Joint Economic Management Committee met in San Francisco for its midyear meeting. The Committee, commonly known as “JEMCO”, discussed a range of issues which included updates on the ongoing budget development for FY2014 and compliance with guidelines previously issued by the Committee for the implementation of nationwide initiatives in the Health and Education Sectors.
COM-FSM 20th year anniversary celebrated through high drama cultural exhibits
Press Release #1304-02
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
April 03, 2013
FSMIS (April 2, 2013): The College of Micronesia-FSM campuses on Pohnpei celebrated the college’s 20th year anniversary yesterday in a high-drama event that started at the softball field at the Spanish Wall in Kolonia Town and climaxed at the track and field facility in Nett.
Eight team floats displaying cultural items and various team made up the parade that proceeded from central Kolonia Town, down the main road, all the way to the track field in Nett, an approximately 2-mile stretch. Closely behind the floats, cheering and dancing in colors and catchy attires, were various student clubs: Yapese Student Organization, Chu Chok Chuuk, Kosraean Student Organization, Pingelap-Mokiloa Student Organization, Nukuoro-Kapingamarangi Student Organization, Pohnpei National Campus Student Organization, Sapwuafik Student Organization, and the COM-FSM Pohnpei Campus team.
FSM and IOM open the first Migrant Resource Center in the Pacific
Press Release #1303-08
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 28, 2013
FSMIS (March 27, 2013): The first Migrant Resource Center (MRC) in the entire Pacific region was dedicated on the 26th of March at its Kolonia location in Pohnpei as a joint effort between the Federated States of Micronesia, the Pohnpei State Government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM)."
In his remarks, Vice President Alik Alik thanked the IOM for its efforts in the FSM since establishing formal presence in 2008. He also acknowledged the dedicated staff at the IOM Office in Pohnpei under the lead of Mr. Ashley Carl who played vital roles in the vision to avail the MRC.
FSS Micronesia completed a multi-tasked round-trip, fines from fishing violations collected
Press Release #1303-07
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 28, 2013
The FSS Micronesia undertook a multi-tasked trip between Pohnpei and Chuuk on February 25th to March 8th with the Secretary of Justice on board, later joined by US Ambassador Doria Rosen and Postmaster General Ginger P. Mida on the way back to Pohnpei.
FSM National Olympic Committee held 2013 annual general meeting at new office complex
Press Release #1303-06
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 26, 2013
FSMIS (March 25, 2013): The FSM National Olympic Committee (FSMNOC) held its annual general meeting on March 19 at the FSMNOC Training Facility in Nett, Pohnpei – a few feet away from the Pohnpei Botanical Garden.
Controlled ozone-depleting substance training to be held at FSM OEEM facilities
Press Release #1303-05
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 19, 2013
FSMIS (March 19, 2013): With assistance from the United Nations Environmental Programme, the FSM Office of Environment and Emergency Management (OEEM), in collaboration with the Division of Customs and Tax, FSM Department of Finance and Administration, is organizing a 3-day workshop on Controlled Ozone Depleting Substance (ODS) to be held from April 22 to 24, 2013.
FSM Election Office declares 2013 congressional 2-year term election winners
Press Release #1303-03
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 15, 2013
FSMIS (March 14, 2013): The FSM Election Director, Mr. Albert T. Welly, has issued the official declaration naming the winners of the congressional 2-year term election throughout the Federated States of Micronesia.
Xavier High School thanks FSM for funding support in honor of its 60th anniversary
Press Release #1303-04
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 15, 2013
FSMIS (March 14, 2013): Through a February 22 letter to President Manny Mori, Fr. Rich McAuliff S.J., director of Xavier High School in Chuuk, expressed gratitude to the FSM National Government for its donation of $60,000 through Public Law No. 17-74, signed on February 12, 2013.
Disaster Management Training
Press Release #1303-02
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 12, 2013
FSM’s Office of Environment and Emergency Management (OEEM) is coordinating training for national departments and state disaster coordinating offices this month in Palikir. The target audience is those persons with roles and responsibilities under the national disaster plan and arrangements for managing emergency operations and coordinating initial damage assessments for the country.
The “Emergency Operations Centres” (EOC) course is being conducted this week (Monday to Friday, March 4th – 8th) for participants from national police, education, health, TC&I, R&D along with the state disaster offices from Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae. A second training in “Initial Damage Assessment” (IDA) was conducted last week at Yvonne’s Hotel Conference Room (Thursday, February 28th to Friday March 1st). The Asia Foundation and the SPC Applied Geoscience and Technology Division (SOPAC) are facilitating these training courses under the regional Pacific Disaster Risk Management Program (PDRMP), which has been long supported by the USAID/Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA).
President Mori applauds and says “thank you” regarding four Congressional Acts
Press Release #1303-01
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
March 04, 2013
On February 12, President Manny Mori signed into law four Congressional acts for which he expressed appreciation to the legislative body.
President Mori approves Congressional Act 17-81 to become Public Law 17-74 and recommends $6million investment into FSM Trust Fund Account
Press Release #1302-12
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 28, 2013
President Manny Mori approved Congressional Act number 17-81 to become FSM Public Law number 17-74 on February 12 with concerns raised on a number of decisions made by Congress.
Australia - FSM Annual Maritime Security Cooperation Talks
Press Release #1302-13
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 28, 2013
An Australian delegation visited Pohnpei this week to participate in the annual Maritime Security
Cooperation talks. The talks, which are normally held early each year, set the agenda for ongoing maritime security cooperation projects, the focus of which is the Pacific Patrol Boat project.
The Australian delegation, led by Mr Tyson Sara (Assistant Secretary Pacific and East Timor, Department of Defence) consisted of Commander Geoff Turner (Defence Adviser South West Pacific) and Mr Serhat Turut (International Policy Officer - Department of Defence).
FSM held stakeholders consultation on $4million GEF funding
Press Release #1302-10
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 20, 2013
Kolonia, Pohnpei More than 60 key States and National Government representatives and NGOs from throughout the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) gathered in Pohnpei, FSM to formulate a project concept paper to access more than $4 million available to FSM from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) for improving the FSM environment.
The project concept design workshop was held from 11th - 13th February, 2013 and was able to identify key priorities as the need to strengthen the nation’s protected areas in all 4 States, as well as to conserve and restore critical ecosystems throughout the Federation in an integrated manner.
Yap High School Student wins Lab Open Day Speech Contest in Hawaii
Press Release #1302-11
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 20, 2013
Yap Health Services and indeed all health services in the FSM are proud of the efforts of Dyanna Keiji, a senior from Yap High School. She won the regional Laboratory Open Day Speech Competition held in Hawaii on February 8, 2013, which was sponsored by the Pacific Island Health Officers Association and the Association of Public Health Laboratories.
President Mori congratulates U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry
Press Release #1302-07
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 14, 2013
On February 13, President Manny Mori sent greetings and congratulations to Secretary John Kerry, United States Department of State as he assumed the eminent role within President Barrack Obama’s Cabinet for the next four years.
FSM launches the National Emergency Operation Center
Press Release #1302-08
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 14, 2013
After months under construction, the National Emergency Operation Center was formally dedicated on February 13 with through a ceremony that brought in officials from the National Government, the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC), the International Organization for Migration, visitors from the state governments who were in Pohnpei for various purposes and other supporters.
IOM Chief of Mission consults with President Mori on current activities
Press Release #1302-09
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 14, 2013
The Chief of Mission for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for the FSM and the Marshall Islands, Mr. Ashley Carl met with President Manny Mori on February 7 and reported on a number of activities that the organization has undertaken since the FSM became a member state in December, 2011.
President Mori obtains views on ETG investment in Yap and urges progressive information sharing with communities
Press Release #1302-05
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 13, 2013
On February 1, after a series of consultative meetings with Yap State leaderships, traditional leaders, the private sector and NGO’s regarding the Chinese ETG investment proposal, President Manny Mori shared with Governor Sebastian Anefal and the Yap State Legislature a document on what transpired at those meetings with recommendations.
TAIYO MICRONESIA CORPORATION DECLARED ONE MILLION DOLLARS DIVIDEND
Press Release #1302-06
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 13, 2013
Dawning of success for Tuna Commercial Fisheries Development in the FSM
On February 8, 2013, the President of Taiyo Micronesia Corporation (TMC), Mr. Toshio Abe, made a courtesy call on President Manny Mori in Palikir. Joining President Mori at the meeting was the Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Lorin Robert.
FSM Comprehensive Cancer Control and Prevention Plan rolls out at Cancer Day celebration
Press Release #1302-03
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 05, 2013
The FSM National Cancer Coalition rolled out the updated five year plan for the year 2013 to 2018 during the Cancer Day commemoration in Palikir on February 4.
The activity took place on a basketball court behind the Transnational Crime Unit facility at the FSM National Government compound.
First Meeting of the Chuuk Advisory Group on Education
Press Release #1302-04
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 05, 2013
Weno, Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia—February 1, 2013—The Chuuk Advisory Group on Education held its first set of meetings in Weno, Chuuk this week (January 28th through February 1st). The meetings mark a new phase in the effort by Chuuk leaders to reform education in Chuuk State with the assistance of its National Government and United States partners. The creation of the Advisory Group was established at the recent High Level meetings held during the first week of November 2012 with representatives and staff from the FSM National Government, the U.S. Government and the Chuuk State Government.
President Mori receives Ambassador Small
Press Release #1302-01
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 01, 2013
FSMIS February 1, 2013: On January 29, President Manny Mori accepted credentials from the new Ambassador of Canada to the FSM.
Canadian Ambassador Michael Small arrived Pohnpei on January 28 and presented his credentials the morning of the 29th at the President’s Conference Room in Palikir.
At the ceremony, President Mori welcomed Ambassador Small and conveyed his appreciation for Canada’s support on environment and climate change issues at other high level meetings. He also spoke of the FSM’s priorities in the sectors of fisheries, agriculture, tourism and energy for which the FSM has been soliciting strong support from its development partners to accelerate economic growth and sustainability. The President praised Canada’s ability in maintaining access to its remote areas, its fisheries ventures in parts like Vancouver, as well as its medicine production industry that has attracted other countries.
SENTENCING TRAINING FOR JUDGES AND PROBATION OFFICERS
Press Release #1302-02
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
February 01, 2013
On January 23 to January 26, 2013 a Sentencing Training was held in Colonia, Yap for judges and probation officers of the national, state and district courts of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).
The training was sponsored by the Pacific Judicial Development Programme (PJDP) with funding assistance from the New Zealand MFAT and management oversight by the Federal Court of Australia.
Solar energy electricity generation system project up and running for FSM Government
Press Release #1301-06
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
January 29, 2013
FMIS (January 29, 2013): A handover ceremony for the “Project for Introduction of Clean Energy by Solar Electricity Generation System was held on January 25, 2013 at the entrance of the President’s Office in Palikir.
The project was donated to the FSM Government by the Government of Japan.
In his remarks during the ceremony, H.E. Eiichi Suzuki stated, “this project has been implemented based on the Cool Earth Partnership which was declared by former Prime Minister Fukuda at the Davos Forum in January 2008. It was then strengthened and committed at the PALM 5 in May 2009 providing the financial and technical support of the Pacific Island Countries.”
Vice President Alik on medical referral to Honolulu
Press Release #1301-03
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
January 23, 2013
FSM Vice President Alik L. Alik was referred to Straub Hospital in Honolulu on January 18 as complicated health condition persisted.
FSM Secretary of Justice on the go for anti-trafficking outreach to the states
Press Release #1301-04
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
January 23, 2013
On January 15, FSM Secretary of Justice April Dawn Skilling went to Yap State on a mission to assist the FSM states in drafting anti-trafficking legislations to further progress efforts in all aspects of human trafficking regulation and prevention.
Immunization and CD grants accepted: worried employees assured of pay
Press Release #1301-05
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
January 23, 2013
Among a number of congressional actions on January 22 was favorable news for the FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (HSA).
Mr. Kandhi A. Elieisar took oath of office as the new Consul General in Hawaii
Press Release #1301-02
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
January 10, 2013
The swear-in ceremony for Mr. Kandhi A. Elieisar, the newly appointed Consul General for the FSM Consulate Office in Hawaii, took place on January 8, 2013 at the President’s conference room. Presiding over the ceremony was President Mori, with various cabinet and staff members. Also in attendance were Mrs. Matirina Elieisar and their son, KM Elieisar.
In his remarks during the ceremony, President Mori indicated, aside from the Consul General’s regular duties and responsibilities, the importance to work closely with FSM citizens in Hawaii to explore and expand FSM’s business opportunities in the State. President Mori also assured his new Consul General his office will support the Consulate Office in its work to represent the nation in the State of Hawaii.
President and Congress talk frankly at start of the Sixth Regular Session
Press Release #1301-01
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
January 10, 2013
The 17th Congress has begun its 6th Regular Session starting on January 7 at the Congress Chamber – its last regular session before the March mid-term election.
President Mori welcomes Participants to the Investment Seminars in Japan
Press Release #1212-06
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
December 28, 2012
On December 11 2012, President Manny Mori welcomed investors in Tokyo at seminars initiated by the Micronesian Registration Advisors, Inc. (MRA). In his welcoming remarks, the President touched on the strong Kizuna between the People and Government of Japan and FSM, and encouraged more investments assuring the audience that FSM will do all that is necessary to further prepare a safe and friendly business environment.
Ambassador Chigiyal delivers FSM’s National Statement at United Nations climate change talks
Press Release #1212-04
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
December 19, 2012
Doha, Qatar Dec. 7, 2012 – On Thursday Ambassador Jane J. Chigiyal, FSM’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, addressed the Eighteenth Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (commonly referred to as “COP18”). Ambassador Chigiyal led FSM’s delegation this year and also acted as a member of the Bureau of the Conference, which is responsible for providing advice and guidance and organizing the sessions.
New and Improved Neauo Village Water Well in Chuuk
Press Release #1212-05
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
December 19, 2012
On December 07, 2012, FSM Department of Resources and Development Secretary Marion Henry as the Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) Project National Focal Point delivered to the Chuuk State Leadership and Neauo Village community in Weno, Chuuk the completion of the improved Neauo Well project. Present at the launching event were Senator Roger Mori, Chuuk State Government Chief of Staff, Mr. Wilfred Robert, Chuuk Environmental Protection Agency Acting Director, Mr. Jason Poll, as the IWRM Project State Focal Point, Chuuk Women Council representative, Mrs. Christina Stinnett, Pacific Landscaping Engineering and Construction Company representatives, Village chiefs, landowners and multitude of Neauo villagers. Senator Roger Mori joined Secretary Henry to hand over the project on behalf of the National Government to the Chuuk State Leadership in his delivery remarks. The project construction began in October 2012 with smooth and timely implementation by Pacific Landscaping Engineering and Construction Company.
FSM and China sign Economic and Technical Cooperation Agreement
Press Release #1212-03
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
December 6, 2012
Department of Foreign Affairs (December 5, 2012): An Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation was signed by Secretary Lorin S. Robert and Ambassador Zhang Lianyun, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the FSM, on December 04, 2012 at the FSM Foreign Affairs Conference Room.
The grant aid of RMB 60 million was a token of appreciation by the Chinese Government during President Manny Mori’s recent trip to China in September 2012. Pursuant to the agreement, the grant aid shall be used for project(s) to be agreed upon between the two Governments.
FSM Receives Compact Sector Grant Awards Totaling $62 million for FY2013
Press Release #1212-01
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
December 4, 2012
Palikir, POHNPEI (FSM Office of SBOC) – On November 8, 2012 the Office of Insular Affairs issued seven Grant Awards to the Federated States of Micronesia totaling $50,709,947. The Grant Awards are the result of the Joint Economic Management Committee’s recent allocation resolution for fiscal year 2013. Earlier in the fiscal year, on October 19, 2012, the Office of SBOC’s Division of Compact Management also received this year’s Supplemental Education Grant (SEG) in the amount of $11,751,632. The eight grant awards totaling $62,461,579 have been apportioned to the five FSM governments according to FSM law.
UN Agencies carry out Development Assistance Framework consultations with FSM
Press Release #1212-02
Palikir, Pohnpei – FSM Information Services
December 4, 2012
FSMIS (December 3, 2012): A Joint-Mission of the United Nations agencies namely the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) visited the FSM in late November for the purpose of holding consultation with the FSM Government on the next United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF). The next UNDAF cycle runs from 2013 to 2017. FSM is currently implementing its UNDAF for the period of 2008 – 2012, during which the focus areas of assistance include poverty alleviation, the Millennium Development Goals, and Good Governance.
