KPress Vol. 19 Iss. 19
Jaynes, Bill (2019-09-02). KPress Vol. 19 Iss. 19 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.
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Abstract: KPress Vol. 19 Iss. 19: NEWS: Japan’s Minister for the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games Shunichi Suzuki and Ama Town Mayor OE Kazuhiko visit Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School (OLMCHS), meet with school leadership and FSM officials, and advance cultural and educational exchange tied to Ama Town’s role as an Olympic host partner for the FSM; FSM Office of the National Public Auditor releases audits of FSM Congress–funded public projects in Yap and Kosrae, detailing appropriations, allocations, un-allotted funds, and audit findings questioning project selection processes, prompting formal written objections from Yap Senators Joseph Urusemal and Isaac Figir and Kosrae Senator Paliknoa Welly disputing alleged legal or ethical violations and emphasizing congressional autonomy; Pohnpei State Legislature unanimously passes legislation repealing the 2001 Disabilities Act and mandating development of a comprehensive new disabilities framework, including timelines for regulations, accessible parking standards, and agency plans for inclusive education, employment, facilities access, and social services; Rotary Club of Pohnpei announces fourteen $1,000 scholarships for FSM students attending post-secondary institutions and outlines ongoing community and youth programs; Pohnpei Utilities Corporation marks completion of a New Zealand–funded solar expansion at the Pohnlangas facility, increasing renewable generation capacity and aligning with the state’s long-term energy roadmap; FSM Development Bank commemorates its 40th anniversary, with current and former leaders highlighting asset growth, lending activity, and the bank’s role in national economic development; President David W. Panuelo meets FSM students in Fiji during transit from the Pacific Islands Forum, addresses employment prospects, scholarships, minimum wage advocacy, visas, and potential FSM membership in the University of the South Pacific; FSM national leadership engages World Bank officials during the Pacific Islands Forum to press for IDA-19 funding focused on climate-resilient transport infrastructure and discuss establishing a World Bank office in Pohnpei; Congress and the President formally launch the process for the Fourth FSM Constitutional Convention, setting delegate numbers by state, eligibility criteria, election dates, and convention duties leading toward a 2021 referendum; OPINION / EDITORIAL: a signed commentary by the People’s Republic of China marks the 30th anniversary of China–FSM diplomatic relations, reaffirms adherence to the One-China policy, outlines Chinese development assistance projects, and argues for deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Belt and Road cooperation.
