KPress Vol. 17 Iss. 21

Jaynes, Bill (2017-09-25). KPress Vol. 17 Iss. 21 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.

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Abstract: KPress Vol. 17 Iss. 21: NEWS: Pohnpei commemorates the 38th anniversary of its liberation from Japan with public ceremonies, cultural performances, and inter-municipal athletic events leading up to Liberation Day; three Micronesian students participate in the Coral and Ice Exchange program, traveling to the Arctic to engage with climate and environmental research; the FSM Congress convenes its Second Regular Session in Palikir to address national budget matters for FY 2018, with ceremonial proceedings followed by substantive legislative work; the Executive Branch presents priority policy areas for congressional consideration, including foreign investment policy, the World Bank–supported fiber optic cable project, and MiCare; community infrastructure reporting highlights near-completion upgrades to the Ipwitek Community Center in Madolenihmw, emphasizing local effort and accessibility improvements.