KPress Vol. 18 Iss. 13

Jaynes, Bill (2018-06-11). KPress Vol. 18 Iss. 13 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.

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Abstract: KPress Vol. 18 Iss. 13: NEWS: Australia affirms its support for the FSM during a high-level bipartisan visit facilitated by the Australian Embassy, with bilateral meetings underscoring regional cooperation and diplomatic ties; reporting on reconstruction projects completed by the International Organization for Migration in Chuuk and Yap following Typhoon Maysak; the Bank of FSM announces record profit and a record dividend for the 2017 fiscal year; the Secretariat of the Pacific Community releases an assessment of sea cucumber populations in Pohnpei waters, recommending continuation of the moratorium on commercial harvesting due to limited economic benefit and risks of illegal fishing, while outlining conditions for any future harvest; coverage of related legal and policy developments concerning proposed sea cucumber harvesting and aquaculture initiatives in Pohnpei State.