KPress Vol. 19 Iss. 15
Jaynes, Bill (2019-07-08). KPress Vol. 19 Iss. 15 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.
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Abstract: KPress Vol. 19 Iss. 15: NEWS: Pohnpei State Department of Public Safety announces a $2,500 reward in the investigation of coordinated arson attacks that destroyed the Pohnpei Supreme Court and Pohnpei Attorney General’s Office buildings, with authorities confirming forced entry, multiple ignition points, and loss of court records dating back nearly a decade; FSM National Election Office certifies results of the July 2, 2019 congressional special election, declaring Aren B. Palik winner of Kosrae’s at-large seat and former FSM President Peter M. Christian winner of Pohnpei’s at-large seat; FSM President David W. Panuelo meets FSM citizens in Maui to address Compact negotiations, healthcare access for migrants, discrimination abroad, infrastructure delays in Chuuk, and opposition to the Chuuk secession movement; FSM Department of Transportation, Communications and Infrastructure launches Chinese-funded infrastructure projects in Pohnpei totaling approximately $13 million, including replacement of the Kamar River Bridge and multiple road rehabilitation projects in Madolenihmw; Pohnpei Fishing Club reports record participation in the 10th Annual Vital Fishing Tournament, awarding fuel prizes for tuna and sailfish and rolling over a growing marlin jackpot; FSM Telecommunication Regulation Authority releases draft telecommunications and spectrum regulations for public comment, outlining licensing, interconnection, consumer protections, and nationwide service obligations; Pohnpei Supreme Court dismisses—without prejudice—criminal solicitation charges against Salvador Iriarte, Iso Nahnken of Nett, citing prosecutorial non-response and insufficient pleadings; FSM President Panuelo meets Hawaii Governor David Ige to discuss Compact Impact funding, REAL ID compliance, Employment Authorization Documents, and migrant services; FSM hosts the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Committee ministerial meeting, adopting a regional fisheries development plan and labor standards for fishing crews; Yap Visitors Bureau announces the inaugural “A Taste of Yap” cultural festival aligned with MantaFest tourism activities; Republic of Singapore seeks FSM support for its re-election to the International Civil Aviation Organization Council.
