Micronesia Sun Bright News from the Deep Pacific
Photo Sources: U.S. Embassy Majuro
By Christopher Cottrell
July 24, 2026, Marshall Islands__ To fight illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, the United States has delivered its 2026 contribution of $60 million to the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency.
The U.S. Embassy Majuro released a statement which said, “With this payment, the United States has made $180 million in contributions in the past year, securing access for U.S.-flagged fishing vessels while supporting economic development across the Pacific Islands.”
It continues, “This payment follows last month’s Annual Treaty Consultation, where the United States reinforced its commitment to sustainable fisheries, shared prosperity, and maritime security across the region.”
This is part of the Economic Assistance Agreement associated with the South Pacific Tuna Treaty originally established in 1988 between the United States and 16 Pacific Islands countries nearly 40 years ago for best practices of management and cooperation.
