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Photo Sources: European Union in the Pacific By Christopher Cottrell June 9, 2026, Federated States of Micronesia__The European Union in the Pacific is calling out to Pacific Islander youths to apply for their “Pacific Youth Sounding Board” program. There ad reads below: “Are you passionate about climate action, gender equality, human rights, or creating positive change in the Pacific?The European …

Photo Sources: Pohnpei State Public Information, Office of the Governor, Australian Embassy, Federated States of Micronesia By Christopher Cottrell June 9, 2026, Federated State of Micronesia__ Australia’s Ambassador to the FSM Jenny Grant recently officiated the launch of the UNICEF RISE-FSM program. According to a statement from the Pohnpei State Public Information, Office of the Governor, “The RISE-FSM project, generously …

Photo Sources: U.S. Embassy Kolonia By Christopher Cottrell June 9, 2026, Federated States of Micronesia__Nearly two months after Typhoon Sinlaku unleashed widespread damage in Chuuk state, recovery efforts continue, with renewed support from the United States through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). U.S. Embassy Kolonia issued a statement Monday June 8, which reads, “The United States stands with the …