21. Micronesia, 1900 A.D.-present | Timeline Of Art History | The Metropolitan Museu Timeline of Art history World Map regional Map. micronesia, 1900 ADpresentEncompasses present-day federated states of micronesia, Republic of Belau, http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/ht/11/oci/ht11oci.htm

Encompasses present-day Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Belau, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands See also Australia Melanesia Polynesia , and Southeast Asia The twentieth century represents a tumultuous period of cultural, political, and artistic upheaval for the peoples of Micronesia. In 1900, Germany controls the vast majority of the region, including the Marshall, Caroline, and Northern Mariana Islands as well as Belau and Nauru. Britain holds a protectorate over Kiribati, which later becomes a formal colony, while the United States has political authority over Guam. The presence of larger numbers of Westerners and the continuing activities of Christian missionaries have an increasingly profound impact on many Micronesian cultural and artistic traditions Of all the cultural regions of the Pacific, Micronesia is the most severely impacted by World War II. Between 1941 and 1945, Allied and Japanese forces fight many of the major battles of the Pacific campaign on Micronesian islands. These include Tarawa in Kiribati, Chuuk (then known as Truk) in the Caroline Islands, Peleliu in Belau, and Saipan in the Mariana Islands. In 1945, the aircraft Enola Gay takes off from Tinian in the Marianas to drop the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. After the Allied victory, control of Japan's Micronesian possessions is transferred to the United States, which administers them as a Trust Territory. In 1946, the U.S. begins the first in a series of nuclear weapons tests in the Marshall Islands when it detonates an atomic bomb on Bikini Atoll. The testing program ends in 1958.

22. Micronesia, 1600-1800 A.D. | Timeline Of Art History | The Metropolitan Museum O Timeline of Art history World Map regional Map. micronesia, 16001800 ADEncompasses present-day federated states of micronesia, Republic of Belau, http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/ht/09/oci/ht09oci.htm

Encompasses present-day Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Belau, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the northern Marianas See also Southeast Asia Australia Melanesia , and Polynesia The period from 1600 to 1800 sees the continuing Spanish colonization of Guam and the Mariana Islands as well as sporadic contact between explorers and islanders in the other Micronesian archipelagos. In 1783, the English explorer Henry Wilson is shipwrecked in Belau in the Caroline Islands. Objects collected on the voyage show that the classical traditions of Belaun art are already flourishing during this period. Elsewhere in the Caroline Islands, the ruling chiefs of the Saudeleur dynasty on Pohnpei continue to build onto the megalithic city of Nan Madol . In the years leading up to 1800, however, the city begins to decline and is eventually abandoned around 1820. English explorer Henry Wilson is shipwrecked in Belau. A published account of Wilson's adventures and Lee Boo, the son of a Belauan chief who Wilson brings back to England, inspire intellectuals of the Romantic movement to view Belau as an earthly paradise. Special Exhibition: African, Oceanic, and Ancient American Art: Recent Acquisitions

23. Project regional history Project of the Council of Presidents of Pacific history Ponape Agriculture Trade School (federated states of micronesia), \609730 http://www.spf.org/spinf/project.html

Type of Projects (Second Period Program Guidelines 1999-2008) Exchange projects that respect the values and cultural identity of each island society Micronesia-focused projects aimed at promoting regional harmony Projects that support education and training through the medium of distance education Projects to promote networking among NGOs and NPOs operating in the region and to form linkages among Pacific island nations and Asian countries Type of Projects (First Period Program Guidelines 1991-1998) A. Joint cooperative projects aimed at promoting mutual understanding between the Pacific lsland Nations and Japan B. Human resource development and educational projects conducted in cooperation with Japan or other countries C. Information and communication network projects D. others Summary of Project(1990-1998) PROJECT TYPE IMPLEMENTING ORGANIZATION FUNDING Exchange Media Personnel among the Pacific Island Region and Japan The Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPINF) Coconuts College The Sasakawa Peace Foundation(SPINF) Forming a Distance Education Alliance for Progress in the Western Pacific University of Guam Distance Education in the South-West Pacific Cultural Heritage Training Australian National University (Australia) Transcending Borders with Education On-Line Micronesian Seminar (Federated States of Micronesia) Pacific Island Digital Opportunities Research Project The Sasakawa Peace Foundation(SPINF) PROJECT TYPE IMPLEMENTING ORGANIZATION FUNDING Exchange Media Personnel among the Pacific Island Region and Japan

24. NAURU Information On Government, People, History, Economy, Environment, Developm APEC has become the primary vehicle regional vehicle for promoting open trade federated states of micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, http://www.un.int/nauru/aboutnauru.html

Home The Mission Nauru and the UN Foreign Affairs ... NAURU HOUSE in Melbourne, Australia: a 183 metres (52 storeys) landmark building situated at 80 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia is owned by the Nauru Phosphate Royalties Trust. Built in 1977, the building has undergone substantial refurbishment and modernisation in recent years. ABOUT NAURU NAURU: Country Profile Learn about the country's profile: area, topography, climate, vegetation, wildlife, environmental concerns, economy, investment, trade, public holidays and more GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS Government: President and Cabinet Members Political Overview Political Profile from the World Encyclopedia of Political Systems ECONOMY: Phosphate Mining, Air Nauru, Game Fishing, Travel and Tourism Economic Overview Offshore Banking Information Page Nauru: Historical Presentation and Setting, People, Life In The Sea Nauruan Hospitality, Stamps, and Images A Brief History of Nauru State Symbols, National Anthem IMPORTANT LINKS Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) The Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Asian Development Bank (ADB) A development finance institution promoting the economic and social progress of developing countries in Asia and the Pacific.

25. Radio Australia - Radio Guide - Schedule - Federated States Of Micronesia federated states of micronesia. Schedule for Sunday regional current affairs.1030In the Loop. Social Issues 2135Verbatim. history http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/guide/micronesiafederatedstatesof_nojs.htm

ABC Home Radio Television News ... Contact Us Schedule Live at 23:30 AEST Rural Reporter select a player: Hourly News Listen to news on the hour. Plan your listening with our full daily listing of programs, tailored to your time zone. Any changes to our schedules will be posted here.   Afghanistan   American Samoa   Australia   Bangladesh ... Sunday Federated States of Micronesia Schedule for Sunday The Margaret Throsby Interview [ Music ] Conversation and music. The Best of Late Night Live [ News and Current Affairs ] A compilation of the best stories and interviews carried by Late Nihe Live over the past week. The Europeans [ Social Issues ] Political, cultural, economic and social developments across eastern and western Europe. Hit Mix [ Music ] Australia's hottest hits. Correspondents' Report [ News and Current Affairs ] The ABC's overseas reporters interpret and analyse the week's major events. Australia All Over [ About Australia ] An eclectic mix of music, poetry, anecdotes, book readings and talkback. Correspondents' Report [ News and Current Affairs ] The ABC's overseas reporters interpret and analyse the week's major events.

26. Sisters Of Mercy Of NC For most of their history the Sisters of Mercy regional Community of North Mariana Islands of Guam and on Chuuk in the federated states of micronesia. http://www.mercync.org/sisters_of_mercy_regional_community_of_nc.htm

Sisters of Mercy Regional Community of North Carolina HISTORY: The Sisters of Mercy Regional Community of North Carolina originated from the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy (OLM), which was founded in Charleston, SC, in 1821 by Bishop John England to teach young children, instruct slaves, and to care for orphans, the sick and the infirm. In 1862, three sisters went to Wilmington, NC, for four months to nurse the victims of yellow fever, and later returned to Charleston. In 1869, Cardinal James Gibbons (then Bishop Gibbons, shown at left) requested that the sisters found a convent in Wilmington, NC, “to instruct the young and perform those duties of Mercy for which they are so well adapted.” Three sisters, Sister Mary Augustine Kent, Sister Mary Baptist Sheehan and Sister Mary Charles Curtin, arrived in Wilmington, shortly thereafter, and founded The Academy of the Incarnation, a school for that purpose. See photo at right. Later, at the request of Abbot Leo Haid, OSB, of St. Mary's Benedictine Abbey (now Belmont Abbey), five women, Sisters Mary Catherine Price, Superior, S. Mary Cecilia Cobb, S. Mary Agatha Ryan, S. Mary Xavier McKenna and S. Mary Clare Lockfaw arrived by train from Charlotte on September 1, 1892, and by Sept. 8, they had opened a boarding and day school (shown below, at left). Shortly thereafter, four more Sisters arrived, including Sisters Mary Gertrude Henneberry, Mary Joseph Gill, Mary Veronica Leonard and Margaret Mary Wheeler. In 1913 the sisters became affiliated with Catherine McAuley’s Sisters of Mercy.

27. ANNEX D. REGIONAL MCS THE SOUTH PACIFIC FORUM FISHERIES AGENCY EXPERIENCE 3.6 million km2 and that of the federated states of micronesia, 2.9 million km2 . These include the history of compliance and cooperation with South http://www.fao.org/DOCREP/005/Y4411E/y4411e0e.htm

ANNEX D. REGIONAL MCS THE SOUTH PACIFIC FORUM FISHERIES AGENCY EXPERIENCE Introduction The Pacific Islands region (30 million km of ocean and 23 countries and territories) is host to the most productive tuna fishing grounds in the world, supplying over 50 percent of the world's canning tuna. The total land area of 0.5 million km (87% in Papua New Guinea) supports a population of slightly less than 6 million (of which 67% are also in Papua New Guinea). The smallest States in terms of land area are Nauru and Tuvalu, which have a total of 21 km and 26 km of land respectively. However, on a global scale, the exclusive economic zones (EEZs) of the small island States of the region are large, covering 19.8 million km (excluding Australia and New Zealand). Kiribati's zone covers almost 3.6 million km and that of the Federated States of Micronesia, 2.9 million km Approximately 50-60 percent of the total tuna catch is taken within the exclusive economic zones (EEZ) of the South Pacific Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) member countries. Since 1994, the FFA member countries have been discussing with their distant water fishing nation (DWFN) partners how to jointly manage the 40-50 percent of tuna being caught in the high seas and in the waters of non-FFA members. In September 2000 these discussions resulted in the adoption of the Convention on the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish Stocks in the western and central Pacific, that will place increased MCS responsibilities on FFA member countries.

28. Culture - Federated States Of Micronesia There is a rich oral history. Part of this history is a unique musical heritage . Short samples of this music from each of the states are provided below. http://www.visit-fsm.org/visitors/culture.html

WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT VISITORS INFORMATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ... PEOPLE CULTURE GOVERNMENT WHAT'S HOT FSM INFODESK CONTACT FSM ... LINKS CULTURE he people of the FSM are culturally and linguistically Micronesian, with a small number of Polynesians living primarily on Nukuoro and Kapingamarangi atolls of Pohnpei State. The influence of European and Japanese contacts is also seen. It can be said that each of the four States exhibits its own distinct culture and tradition, but there are also common cultural and economic bonds that are centuries old. For example, cultural similarities are evidenced in the importance of the traditional extended family and clan systems found on each island. Although united as a country, the people are actually a heterogeneous mixture with different customs and traditions bound together by recent history and common aspirations. The cultural diversity is typified by the existence of eight major indigenous languages, and its peoples continue to maintain strong traditions, folklore and legends. The four states of the FSM are separated by large expanses of water. Prior to Western contact, this isolation led to the development of unique traditions, customs and language on each of the islands.

29. History - Federated States Of Micronesia he FSM has a rich history dating back several thousand years. to form aFederation under the Constitution of the federated states of micronesia (FSM). http://www.visit-fsm.org/visitors/history.html

WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT VISITORS INFORMATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ... DIVING HISTORY PEOPLE CULTURE GOVERNMENT WHAT'S HOT ... LINKS HISTORY he FSM has a rich history dating back several thousand years. The islands were originally settled by ancient people sailing east from Asia and north from Polynesia . Later discovers and settlers included the Spanish, Germans, and Japanese and evidence of their former presence is found throughout the islands. Following the trusteeship under U.S. administration after W.W. II, the FSM is now independent and self-governing. Most linguistic and archaeological evidence indicates that the islands were first discovered and settled between two and three thousand years ago . The first settlers are often described as Austronesian speakers possessing horticultural skills and highly sophisticated maritime knowledge . These first settlers are thought to have migrated eastward from Southeast Asia to Yap. From there, some migrated south to Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and New Caledonia, and later to Kiribati and the Marshall Islands. The oral histories of the Micronesian people indicate close affiliations and interactions in the past among the members of the island societies comprising the present-day FSM. The Lelu ruins in Kosrae (1400 AD) and the Nan Madol ruins of Pohnpei (1000 AD) are impressive reminders of the accomplishments of these early peoples.

30. Micronesia (10/04) Facts about the land, people, history, government, political conditions, economy, The federated states of micronesia (FSM) consists of 607 islands http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/1839.htm

Bureau of Public Affairs Electronic Information and Publications Office Background Notes Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs October 2004 Background Note: Micronesia PROFILE OFFICIAL NAME: Federated States of Micronesia Geography Area: 702 sq. km (about 270 sq. mi.) in four major island groups/states (Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae). Cities: Capital Palikir. Other cities Kolonia, Moen, Lelu. Terrain: 607 mountainous islands and low-lying coral atolls. Climate: Tropical. People Nationality: Noun and adjective Micronesian. Population: 107,000. Growth rate: 2.0%. Ethnic groups: Nine ethnic Micronesian and Polynesian groups. Religion: Roman Catholic 50%, Protestant 47%. Language: English (official and common), and all four states have their own ethnic language. Education: Literacy Health: Life expectancy male 66.7 yrs.; female 70.6 yrs. Infant mortality rate Work force: More than one-half of workers are government employees. Government Type: Constitutional confederation in free association with the U.S. The first Compact of Free Association entered into force in 1986, and an Amended Compact entered into force May 1, 2004. Independence (from U.S.-administered UN trusteeship): November 3, 1986.

31. Hu Jintao Holds Talks With The President Of The Federated States had conducted wonderful cooperation in international and regional affairs.The Chinese side thanked the federated states of micronesia for upholding the http://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/wjb/zzjg/bmdyzs/gjlb/3402/3404/t80608.htm

32. Manila, Regional Delegation (Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federa Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, federated states of micronesia, Nauru, The regional delegation in Manila changed its structure somewhat in 1996 http://www.icrc.org/web/eng/siteeng0.nsf/iwpList150/33C46320C8650296C1256B66005A

About the ICRC ICRC activities The ICRC worldwide Focus ... Print this page Annual Report Manila, regional delegation (Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, New Zealand, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Western Samoa and the other island territories of the Pacific) The regional delegation in Manila changed its structure somewhat in 1996 with the addition of a part-time ICRC representative for the Pacific, based in Fiji. The newly appointed representative was active primarily in promoting knowledge of and compliance with international humanitarian law across the region, thus leaving the Manila-based regional delegate more time to concentrate on the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Australia and New Zealand. Both the Fiji-based ICRC representative and the regional delegate travelled extensively in the south Pacific to maintain contacts with governments and National Societies. In July the regional delegate took part in the Pacific Red Cross Societies' VIIth Programme Meeting, in Western Samoa. Like all ICRC delegations, the Manila delegation worked to promote adherence to the various instruments of international humanitarian law by the States within its region. In June, Palau acceded to the four Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols. In July, the Philippines ratified the 1980 UN Weapons Convention and three of its four Protocols.

33. Micronesia Travel, Micronesia Holidays Hotels Resorts Dive micronesia Nan Madol - history of Chamorro - Aspects - Postcards and federated states - Palau - Guam - Mariana Islands - Marshall Islands - http://www.budgettravel.com/micronesia.htm

34. PITIC - Federated States Of Micronesia The federated states of micronesia (formerly part of the UN Trust Territory of The individual states are responsible for their own regional development, http://www.sptc.gov.au/ausint/climates/micrones.htm

Federated States of Micronesia Overview The Federated States of Micronesia (formerly part of the UN Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands) comprise 705 sq km, made up of 607 scattered islands (mostly atolls but also mountainous islands of volcanic origin) of the Central Pacific with an EEZ of 2,978,000 sq. km. The islands are geographically part of the Carolines. The major islands of the FSM, now the member states, are Kosrae, Yap, Pohnpei and Chuuk. Population is about 112,000 and the federal capital is on the island of Pohnpei. Languages are English and Micronesian. Currency is the $US. Briefly, the economy comprises fishing, agriculture and forestry, with copra, bananas and fish making up most exports. Imports are comprised mostly of manufactured goods and foodstuffs. The GNP was $US213 million, or $US1962 per head, in 1996. Government Under the Compact of Free Association which was ratified with the US in 1986, the US retains responsibility for defence and is committed to providing regular economic assistance. The FSM is headed by a President, supported by a 14 member National Congress. The Congress elects the President, who in turn selects members to serve in the Cabinet. Each of the four constituent states also has its own legislature and governor. The national Constitution defines federal responsibilities, such as immigration, taxes and tariffs, currency regulation, banking, navigation, shipping and development of national resources. The individual states are responsible for their own regional development, health and education.

35. My Micronesia * Yap Westernmost state of the federated states of micronesia, Yap offers a rare glimpse A site dedicated to the memory and history of the USS Mississinewa, http://www.mymicronesia.com/yap/

navigate site home forums events travel ... advertise explore islands Chuuk Guam Kiribati Kosrae ... Yap what's new Yap Land of Stone Money Westernmost state of the Federated States of Micronesia, Yap offers a rare glimpse into Micronesia's cultural past. The islands' famed stone money and stone paths are beautifully preserved, and to this day many Yapese wear traditional thus, or loincloths, with some women still going topless, even in public. Traditions die hard on the main island of Yap as well as in the more than 100 other outer islands and atolls. The seafaring Yapese made voyages of hundreds of miles to Palau's Rock Islands to quarry stone for their money. news + weather Click here for the latest Google headlines Click here for the latest Yahoo headlines Yap Web Guide Airlines Arts + Crafts Business + Finance Community ... Weather Airlines Continental Airlines http://www.continental.com

36. Weather Underground: Pohnpei, Federated States Of Micronesia (96941) Forecast Pohnpei, federated states of micronesia, Add to Favorites this page to your Observed at Rota, Mariana Islands (history) Elevation 607 ft / 185 m http://www.wunderground.com/US/FM/Pohnpei.html

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37. Weather Underground: Yap, Federated States Of Micronesia (96943) Forecast Yap, federated states of micronesia, Add to Favorites this page to your Favorites Observed at Guam Agana, Guam (history) Elevation 295 ft / 90 m http://www.wunderground.com/US/FM/Yap.html

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38. FY2002 SPINF Projects the Marianas, and the federated states of micronesia in August and September2002, micronesiafocused projects aimed at promoting regional harmony http://www.spf.org/spinf/project/p-2002.html

Project Discription FY2002 Exchange projects that respect the values and cultural identity of each island society Exchange Media Personnel among the Pacific Island Region and Japan Organizers: The Sasakawa Peace Foundation, Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) (Fiji) Project period: The third year of an ongoing five-year project For FY2002: Coconut College Organizers: The Sasakawa Peace Foundation Project period: The third year of an ongoing five-year project For FY2002: www.yashinomi.to ) disseminated information on the Pacific region. Beginning this year about 10 articles a week issued by Pacific media are being translated into Japanese and posted on the website. This year 100 new students registered with the virtual classroom, bringing the total to 300. Regional History Project of the Council of Presidents of Pacific History and Social Studies Teachers Association Organizers: National University of Samoa Project period: The final year of an ongoing three-year project For FY2002: Total Expenditure: Micronesia-focused projects aimed at promoting regional harmony Archaeological Training Programs in Emerging Micronesian Island Nations Organizers: University of Guam (Guam) Project period: The final year of an ongoing five-year project For FY2002: Total Expenditure: PATS Staff Trainee Program Organizers: Ponape Agriculture and Trade School (PATS) (Micronesia) Project period: The final year of a three-year project For FY2002: Total Expenditure: Projects that support education and training through the medium of distance education

39. FSM Statement To UNCED THIS GENERATION OF ISLANDDWELLERS SEEMS TO BE THE FIRST IN history TO FIND CAUSEFOR THE federated states OF micronesia WORKED HARD ON THE FRAMEWORK http://www.fsmgov.org/fsmun/unced.html

Statement by HIS EXCELLENCY, MR. RESIO S. MOSES Secretary of the Department of External Affairs of the Federated States of Micronesia at the UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 10 June 1992 Check Against Delivery MR. PRESIDENT, MR. SECRETARY-GENERAL, DISTINGUISHED DELEGATES, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. PREVIOUS GENERATIONS OF MICRONESIANS SUBSISTED WELL ON THE BOUNTY OF OUR ISLANDS AND OUR OCEANS, IN COMFORTABLE ISOLATION FROM THE TURMOIL AND CONFLICT THAT ACCOMPANIED THE PROGRESS OF THE OUTSIDE WORLD. WE WERE NOT ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS IN THE MODERN SENSE, AND WE WERE NOT THEN MUCH INTERESTED IN DEVELOPMENT, BUT OUR TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMARY PRACTICES EVOLVED ALONG PRACTICAL LINES ON WHICH RESPECT FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT WAS AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT. THUS, THE CONCEPT OF 'SUSTAINABILITY' IS FAMILIAR TO MICRONESIANS TODAY BECAUSE IT IS DEEPLY ROOTED IN THEIR HISTORY. NOT UNTIL LATE IN THE LAST CENTURY DID THE REST OF THE WORLD TAKE NOTE OF US, AT WHICH TIME WE COMMENCED A COLONIAL PERIOD THAT BROUGHT DEATH, DESTRUCTION AND WAR TO OUR PEACEFUL ISLANDS. FOLLOWING THOSE EXPERIENCES, MANY OF OUR PEOPLE WOULD HAVE PREFERRED SIMPLY TO RETURN TO OUR FORMER WAYS OF LIFE, LIVING SIMPLY, AND ISOLATED IN HARMONY WITH NATURE. BUT WITH THE BENEFIT OF MODERN TRANSPORTATION AND COMMUNICATIONS OUR PEOPLE, PARTICULARLY OUR YOUNG PEOPLE, POSSESSED A GROWING AWARENESS OF THE WORLD BEYOND THEIR HORIZONS. AS A PROUD PEOPLE, INEVITABLY THEY CAME TO WANT FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR CHILDREN A STANDARD OF LIVING COMPARABLE WITH WHAT THEY HAD SEEN.

40. Bank Of Hawaii - Federated States Of Micronesia Economic Report The federated states of micronesia (FSM) is a chain of 607 small islands in theWestern Another area of potential gain may be inviting regional and http://www.boh.com/econ/pacific/fsmaer.asp

Federated States of Micronesia Source: Bank of Hawaii's "Federated States of Micronesia Economic Report" Date: Autumn 1995 General Characteristics The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is a chain of 607 small islands in the Western Pacific about 2,500 miles west of Hawaii. FSM’s total land area amounts to only 270.8 square miles scattered over more than one million square miles of the Pacific, extending 1,700 miles from the east (Kosrae) to the west (Yap). The 130 square mile Island of Pohnpei is the largest in the FSM and home of the country’s capital and civic center. FSM emerged as a nation from the former United Nations Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (TTPI) administered by the United States from the end of World War II until its dissolution in 1994 when its last member, Palau, became an independent nation. Palau, which lies west of FSM, completes the Caroline Island chain. FSM is a heterogeneous mix of peoples with different customs and traditions united by common cultural and economic bonds that are centuries old. There are at least 8 major indigenous languages and none is spoken throughout the nation. Instead, every state has a language of its own and the common language of commerce and government is English. Many people are familiar with Japanese because of 3 decades of Japanese rule before World War II. FSM’s currency is the US dollar. As in most developing economies in the Pacific, population is growing rapidly, averaging 3 percent annually since the 1950s. However, with easy emigration to the United States, about 2 percent of the FSM population leaves the country for the United States annually, reducing the effective population growth rate to one percent.

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