FSM Information Services
October 10, 2026
HALAWA, Hawaii — His Excellency Wesley W. Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), met with Deputy Commander Lieutenant General George B. Rowell of the United States Pacific Command (USPACOM), at the Command’s headquarters in Hawaii to discuss ongoing defense cooperation and regional security priorities.
President Simina and his delegation received a briefing on USPACOM’s operations and strategic priorities, including efforts to strengthen regional security, enhance defense partnerships, and maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Discussions also covered opportunities to strengthen cooperation in maritime security, cybersecurity, climate-related security challenges, and capacity building. These areas are important to protecting the FSM’s maritime resources, strengthening national resilience, and safeguarding the security and well-being of its citizens. President Simina also encouraged continued close communication and coordination between both sides on matters of mutual interest and concern.
President Simina expressed the FSM’s appreciation for the United States’ longstanding defense and security partnership under the Compact of Free Association. He also acknowledged the ongoing cooperation on the Defense Site Project in Yap State, emphasizing the importance of continued coordination among the FSM National Government, Yap State Government, and the United States as the project moves forward.
The meeting reaffirms the strong and enduring FSM–U.S. partnership and the shared commitment to advancing peace, security, and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
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