We are deeply saddened by the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. His passing has affected the Catholic community in the Federated States of Micronesia and the people of faith throughout our nation. He touched the lives of so many people throughout the world, including peoples of such small island...
77th United Nations General Assembly
Agenda item 72: Oceans and the law of the sea Statement by the Micronesian Delegation New York, 9 December 2022 Mr. President, My delegation first likes to thank the delegations of Singapore and of Norway to coordinate the Oceans omnibus, as well as the sustainable fisheries resolutions and to bring...
77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Third Committee Commission of Inquiry (COI) Intervention Statement by: Micronesia delegation New York, 27 October 2023 For an island country such as the Federated States of Micronesia there can be no higher priority than the human rights issues in this Third Committee. It is the most widely and constantly discussed...
77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Third Committee Agenda item 68: Human Rights General Discussion Statement by: Micronesian Delegation New York, 21 October 2023 Chairperson, The delegation of Micronesia congratulates you, Mr. Chair and your bureau on your election, and assures you of its full support. Chairperson, It is concerning to see a reversal of the...
77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Sixth Committee Agenda item 80: Consideration of prevention of transboundary harm from hazardous activities and allocation of loss in case of such harm Statement by: H.E. Jeem S. Lippwe Permanent Representative New York, 19 October 2022 Chair, As this is the first time that my delegation is taking the floor...