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Jeem Lippwe
Ambassador/Permanent Representative
Greetings, Kaselehlie, Mogethin, Ran allem, Lenwo, or as in a newly coined expression – KAMORALE to all of you, and welcome to the new website of the Permanent Mission of the Federated States of Micronesia to the United Nations in New York. Through the various links provided on our website you will be able find the site of the Department of Foreign Affairs and other websites from the various departments and agencies of the national government, including links to the Office of the President and to the Congress of the Federated States of Micronesia.
The Permanent Mission takes pride in its transparency and in disseminating information on its work relating to the United Nations system, including its principle organs, our participation in the main committees and plenary of the General Assembly, in open debates of the Security Council (UNSC), the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), and the subsidiary organs of the UN. As a Pacific Small Island Developing State (PSIDS), which existence is threatened by the sea-level rise and climate change, which issues are of our primary focus, other important areas…
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The Judicial Branch of the national government is the FSM Supreme Court. It is the only national court of the Federated States of Micronesia. Its main function is to interpret theConstitution and the laws of the Nation. The Supreme Court comprised of the Chief Justice and not more than five Associate Justices. Justices are nominated by the President for a lifetime appointment and confirmed by the Congress.
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Legislative powers of the national government is vested in the Congress of the Federated States of Micronesia , a unicameral (one house) Body with fourteen Senators. The chief function of the Legislative Branch is to enact laws.
Each state elects one senator as its at-large representative to serve a term of four years.
The other ten Senators are elected for a two-year term and apportioned by population. As such, the composition of the two-year Members are five from Chuuk, three from Pohnpei with one each from Kosrae and Yap
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Question of equitable representation on and increase in the membership of the Security Council and other matters related to the Security Council
Statement delivered by H.E. Jeem Lippwe, Permanent Representative October 22, 2026 Mr. President, The question of equitable representation on and increase in the membership of the Security Council is not merely a procedural item on our agenda; it is a fundamental test of this organization’s relevance in…
India-UN Development Partnership Fund Annual Event
Statement delivered by Mr. Jeem S. Lippwe, Permanent Represenative New York, 22 October 2026 Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a profound honor for Micronesia to be part of this ninth edition of the India-UN Development Partnership Fund Annual Event. On behalf of the government…
Special event convened by the President of the General Assembly ahead of COP31 entitled “A Planet Fit for the Future: Restoring Trust through Climate Action”.
Statement by H.E. Jeem Lippwe, Permanent Representative 16 October 2026 Mr. President, I thank you for convening this important meeting ahead of COP31. For my country, COP31 represents a critical opportunity to advance the action necessary to safeguard our people, preserve our homeland, and secure a viable…
Statement by the Micronesia Delegation on the theme: “Financing sustainable development in a changing global economy to accelerate implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals”
Second Committee Agenda Item 15: Macroeconomic questions
Statement by the Micronesia Delegation on the Advancement of Women
General Assembly, 81st session Third Committee, 8th plenary meeting New York, 6 October 2026 Chair, The advancement of women remains central to Micronesia’s efforts to achieve sustainable development, promote human rights, and build inclusive and resilient societies. Micronesia reaffirms its steadfast commitment to gender equality and the…
General Debate Statement by Micronesia’s Vice President, Mr. Aren Palik at the High-Level Week of the UNGA 81st Session
New York, 26 September 2026 Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen. It is a distinct honor to stand in this historic hall, where so many great leaders have stood before, to deliver my country’s statement to the world. On behalf of my Micronesia, I extend…
The Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and of Malta
The Federates States of Micronesia and The Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and of Malta establish a cooperation agreement on September 23rd, 2026
Nepal
The Federated States of Micronesia and the Government of Nepal establish diplomatic relations on September 14, 2026