FSM Embassy in Fiji

24/05/2026

22/05/2026

17/05/2026

At the Melanesian Ocean Summit, FSM envoy Kandhi Elieisar called for urgent action to protect the Pacific Ocean, warning that its decline threatens both livelihoods and sovereignty

15/05/2026

14/05/2026

FSM Presidential Special Envoy Khandi A. Elieisar leads Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) delegation to the 2026 Melanesian Ocean Summit in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
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PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea—From May 11-14, 2026, the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) participated in the 2026 Melanesian Ocean Summit held in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, under the theme “Ensuring Ocean Protection with Sustainable Ocean Economies”. The Summit brought together leaders, ministers, senior officials, development partners and regional stakeholders to advance dialogue and cooperation in key ocean sectors, including ocean governance, marine conservation, climate resilience, sustainable fisheries and Blue Economy development.

Representing FSM at the Summit was Mr. Khandi A. Elieisar, Presidential Special Envoy and Special Advisor to the President on Foreign Affairs Matters, who led the FSM delegation comprising Mr. John Perman Taman Jr., Special Assistant to the President on Micronesian Affairs and Mr. Rophino Roby, First Secretary of the FSM Mission in Suva.

In his opening remarks, Presidential Special Envoy Elieisar conveyed the appreciation of H.E. President Wesley W. Simina to the Government and people of Papua New Guinea for hosting the Summit and reaffirmed FSM’s steadfast commitment to Pacific regional solidarity and Pacific-led action in safeguarding the regions shared ocean resources.

On the margins of the Summit, FSM reaffirmed its longstanding friendship and enduring bilateral partnership with Papua New Guinea, meeting with Hon. James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea. FSM acknowledged PNG’s leadership within the Pacific region and both countries reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening areas of mutual interest, including maritime security, fisheries management and development, ongoing trilateral cooperation with the Solomon Islands on the joint continental shelf submission relating to the Ontong Java Plateau, and the enhancing the tuna value chain through the East New Britain Initiative (ENBi) Treaty.

Over the course of the Summit, Presidential Special Envoy Elieisar highlighted FSM’s national leadership in ocean stewardship, including the Micronesia Challenge 2030, ongoing efforts to finalize and safeguard FSM’s maritime boundaries, its role as a core partner in the ENBi, and early ratification of the BBNJ Agreement. These national efforts reflect FSM’s broader commitment to collective Pacific action in strengthening the region’s voice in global ocean governance processes, including the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework, and the Agreement on the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement.

The 2026 Melanesian Ocean Summit concluded with renewed commitment among participants to deepen regional cooperation, promote sustainable ocean stewardship, and advance practical solutions for the Pacific in safeguarding our Pacific Ocean for present and future generations.

11/05/2026

🇫🇲 On FSM Constitution Day, we honor the vision, unity, and shared purpose that shaped our nation and continue to guide the Federated States of Micronesia today.

Read President Wesley W. Simina’s full 2026 Constitution Day Message at the link below.

Happy FSM Constitution Day!

https://gov.fm/the-presidents-message-2026-fsm-constitution-day/

08/05/2026

FSM Department of Resources and Development (R&D) Assistant Secretary Brihmer Johnson and SDP Lead Coordinator Ms. Avalon Edward participate in Pacific Islands Forum Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) 2050 Regional Convening in Suva, Fiji.

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SUVA, Fiji—From May 4-7, 2026, representatives of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), Ms. Brihmer Johnson, Assistant Secretary for Statistics and Ms. Avalon Edward, SDP Lead Coordinator, participated in the Pacific Islands Forum 2050 Regional Convening at the PIF Secretariat in Suva, Fiji. The regional gathering brought together senior officials from national planning and statistics offices, regional organizations, development partners, and key stakeholders to advance implementation of the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.

Assistant Secretary Johnson and Ms. Eward joined fellow Pacific representatives in discussions focused on practical implementation of the 2050 Strategy methods suitable for island communities. Ms. Edward presented on FSM’s Strategic Development Plan (SDP) 2024-2043, highlighting FSM’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Framework (MEL) efforts in coordination with the 2050 Strategy MEL framework. It was highlighted that strengthening institutional alignment through budgeting, data gathering and planning, partnerships will require a holistic approach in FSM’s context, and ensuring that regional mechanisms effectively support national priorities and sustainable development aspirations.

Assistant Secretary Johnson and Ms. Eward also paid a courtesy visit to the Embassy of the FSM in Suva, where they met with Deputy Chief of Mission Chandra Legdesog to discuss ongoing MEL initiatives in the region and exchange views on aligning regional implementation mechanisms with FSM's national development priorities and needs.

The convening further highlighted the importance of inclusive engagement and collective regional action to address the Pacific’s evolving economic, environmental, and social challenges. Participants reaffirmed the value of strengthened partnerships among Pacific Forum Members, CROP agencies, and development partners to support a resilient, secure, and prosperous Blue Pacific region.

The 2050 Regional Convening concluded with renewed commitment toward enhancing cooperation, promoting knowledge sharing, and advancing coordinated regional efforts in support of the long-term vision of the Blue Pacific Continent.

07/05/2026

03/05/2026