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China is quietly breaking America’s Pacific defense chain

China is methodically chipping away at America’s Pacific defense architecture, and Yap’s Woleai airfield is the latest warning sign. -Despite the Federated States of Micronesia’s Compact of Free ...
Charlotte Observer

This remote Micronesian island has human-sized currency and dry forests

The tiny island of Yap is easy to overlook on a map, but once you arrive on this remote Micronesian paradise, you won’t regret it. The Federated States of Micronesia encompasses 607 remote islands ...
Homeland Security Today

U.S., Federated States of Micronesia Sign Expanded Shiprider Agreement

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector Guam Commander Capt. Nicholas R. Simmons and the Honorable Joses R. Gallen, Secretary of Justice, Federated States of Micronesia, signed an expanded shiprider ...
Homeland Security Today

U.S. Coast Guard, Federated States of Micronesia Exercise, Execute Boardings Under Expanded Bilateral Agreement

U.S. Coast Guard and FSM Maritime Wing members conduct a tabletop exercise to test the mechanics of using the enhanced shiprider agreement in Pohnpei, FSM, Dec. 12-15, 2022. (U.S. Coast Guard photo) ...
Kansas City Star

This remote Micronesian island has human-sized currency and dry forests

Rai stones, better known as stone money, on the island of Yap in Micronesia. The island’s small population and lush landscape make it the perfect retreat for those who want a serene getaway. evenfh ...