Author: Kenneth Welles

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…

United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation High-level panel discussion

Statement by H.E. Jeem Lippwe, Permanent Representative New York, 11 September 2026         Micronesia is honored to join this year’s observance of the United Nations Day for South‑South Cooperation. The theme, “Solidarity Rising: Global Alliance for Inclusive and Innovative Development,” captures a truth that resonates deeply with…

United Nations Task Force on Combating Antisemitism

Statement by H.E. Jeem Lippwe, Permanent Representative New York, 9 September 2026 Thank you, Ambassador Danny Danon, for the invitation to participate and to make a briefremark at this inaugural meeting of the UN Task Force on Combating Antisemitism.Micronesia welcomes the establishment of this important initiative. Antisemitism…

SIDS Solidarity Strengthened as Micronesia and Seychelles Establish Diplomatic Relations

The Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Seychelles today, August 19, 2026, formally signed a Joint Communiqué establishing diplomatic relations, marking a significant expansion of cooperation between two Small Island Developing States (SIDS) whose identities, challenges, and aspirations are deeply shaped by the ocean.                  …

Global Mechanism on developments in the field of information and communications technologies in the context of international security and advancing responsible State behavior in the use of information and communications technologies

Statement by FSM delegation New York, July 20, 2027 Madam Chair, As this is the first time for Micronesia to take the floor, I would like to congratulate you on your leadership and assure you of our support. Madam Chair, Micronesia aligns with the statement delivered by…

High-level Political Forum

Item 5(a) Statement by H.E. Jeem S. Lippwe, Permanent Representative New York, 15 July 2026 Chair, Micronesia is honored to participate in this 2026 High‑Level Political Forum. The in‑depth reviews of SDG 6, SDG 7, SDG 9, SDG 11, and SDG 17 speak directly to our national priorities and to the lived…