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Vol. 24 Issue No. 19
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FSM leaders endorse key policies and resolutions at 13th SNLC
2050, the endorsement of the National Oceanic Fisheries Investment Policy 2024-2029 and the endorsement of the FSM Trade Policy Implementation Plan, signaling a concerted effort towards long-term growth and sustainable development.
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August 16, 2024 Pohnpei—Leaders from across the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) recently gathered at the 13th State and National Leadership Conference in Pohnpei, to address critical issues under the theme "Promoting Social, Environmental, and Economic Resilience." The conference, chaired by H.E. President Wesley W. Simina, saw a united effort towards fostering collaboration and sustainable development across the nation and culminated with the endorsement of the 13th SNLC Communiqué, four resolutions and the adoption of the National Oceanic Fisheries Investment Policy. In the FSM’s recent history, the SNLC has been the platform for the heads of the national and state governments, presiding officers of the
meaningful actions for the nation's future. President Simina underscored the significance of inclusivity, sustainability, and infrastructure development in his address, outlining key areas for discussion including In his welcoming address, Governor social, environmental, and economic Stevenson A. Joseph of Pohnpei development. State set the tone by highlighting the importance of unity among FSM leaders Notable outcomes included the adoption to tackle pressing challenges and drive of the National Energy Policy for 2024state and national legislative bodies, representatives of both the private sector and non-governmental organizations to come together as a nation to strategize on priority issues.
Leaders also agreed on coordinated measures to address environmental and climate change challenges by increasing the allocation of Compact funding towards the environment sector, which has historically been categorized in the 2003 amended compact as a "small sector" rather than a compact sector of higher priority. This decision underscores the leadership's commitment to the areas of environment and climate change as critical issues that require greater attention and resources. Click here to continue
U.S. Coast Guard rescues a disabled fishing vessel crew near Satawal Atoll By Chief Warrant Officer Sara Muir U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia / Sector Guam August 19, 2024 SANTA RITA, Guam—On Aug. 18, 2024, the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) crew successfully rescued six fishermen and towed their disabled fishing vessel to Satawal Atoll in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), marking the end of a coordinated search and rescue operation showcasing strong international and local partnerships. “This operation underscores the vital importance of Personal Locator Beacons in maritime safety. By quickly alerting us to the fishermens’ location; the PLB effectively took the ‘search’ out of ‘search and rescue’ by narrowing the
search area significantly and allowing us to focus on the swift recovery of the vessel. This highlights the strength of our regional partnerships and the profound impact of technology in enhancing our mission effectiveness.” said Cmdr. Patton Epperson, the search and rescue mission coordinator on the case, highlighting the collaborative nature of the mission. The Joint Rescue Sub-Center (JRSC) Guam watch received a distress alert from a 406MHz Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) registered in the United States at approximately 9 a.m. local time on Aug. 17. The beacon, lent out by a Yap-based owner to outer island fishermen, was activated, signaling potential distress about 27 nautical miles north northeast of Satawal.
Upon receiving the alert, the JRSC Guam team launched a coordinated rescue effort involving the Oliver Henry and Panamanian-flagged Zhong Yu Marine, a 97-meter cargo vessel approximately 138 nautical miles north of the PLB location participating in the Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel
Rescue (AMVER) program. They also coordinated with the Department of Defense to secure aviation support. Oliver Henry diverted from their patrol Click here to continue