KPress Vol. 15 Iss. 05
Jaynes, Bill (2015-02-02). KPress Vol. 15 Iss. 05 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.
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Abstract: KPress Vol. 15 Iss. 05: NEWS: This issue reports on major political, economic, environmental, and community developments across the FSM, led by Chuuk State’s decision to place the question of political status and possible secession on the March 3 ballot following the submission and adoption of the final report of the Chuuk State Political Status Commission, which summarizes years of mandated research, hearings, debate, and analysis; energy and cost-of-living coverage notes FSM PetroCorp (Vital) lowering fuel prices for all customers, with implications for households and businesses; diplomatic and community news highlights Australia Day celebrations in Pohnpei, emphasizing long-standing ties between Australia and the FSM and official FSM participation in the event; regional exploration coverage describes an American research group searching for clues related to Amelia Earhart on a remote Marshall Islands atoll; civil society reporting covers the Pohnpei Consumer Organization receiving UNDP grant assistance to strengthen consumer protection and advocacy; migration and diaspora news reports on the FSM President meeting with Chuuk residents living in Guam to discuss state and national issues; agriculture and food security coverage focuses on breadfruit workshops aimed at expanding utilization, value addition, and resilience; environmental reporting presents water quality testing by the EPA indicating that the Seidokawa stream is the most polluted on Pohnpei, with associated environmental, public health, and community impacts and anticipated benefits from remediation efforts.
