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Volume 12 Palikir, Pohnpei, May 30,1991 Number 10 Olter cited public welfare, the singular aim of his administration PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM IN- FORMATION SERVICE) - Presi- dent Bailey Olter in his inaugural address May 21, during his formal inauguration here said, "Let there be no doubt that from this day forward the public welfare is the singular aim of this administration. I call on the Congress and the State Gov- ernments to rededicate ourselves to this goal. This collective goal cannot be attained without the active participation of the men and women of this land." The new President who is from Pohnpei and Vice President Jacob IN A UGURA TION CEREMONY - Standing at the podium is FSM President Bailey Nena of Kosrae took office May 11, Olter delivering his inaugural address during his formal inauguration held in front immediately after being elected by of the FSM Congress Chamber at Palikir. In the back are attendents of the inaugu- the 7th FSM Congress from among ration ceremony held May 21,1991. its four at-large members to replace Australia, South Korea, Philippines, Olter pledge that he, "shall up- John R. Haglelgam of Yap and Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, New hold the FSM laws and constitution Hirosi H. Ismael of Kosrae respec- Zealand, Marshall Islands and Palau, and protect and foster the customs tively. Guam, Northern Marianas, the FSM and traditions," as he assume the (See text of President's inaugural States and other governments, pri- leadership of the nation with the address on Page 2) vate and local people. Vice President as he express his Olter and Nena were sworn in President, 59, quoted a theme by gratitude to the people of the nation publicly May 21 by FSM and Oliver Wendell Holmes," the great and Congress for their support and Pohnpei Supreme Courts Associate thing in this world is not so much pays tribute to former Presidents Justices Richard Benson and Judah where we are, but in what direction Tosiwo Nakayama and John R. C. Johnny respectively, before a we are moving," adding, "under our Haglelgam for their monumental crowd of several thousand specta- constitution, we have over a decade, achievements and dedicated every- tors at Palikir in front of the FSM proven the viability of the FSM." one to follow their footsteps. Congress Chamber, during a cere- But the year to come holds more re- He called on everyone to apply mony attended by diplomats and sponsibility and challenge for all of themselves conscientiously to the representatives of the U.S., Japan, us, he said. (See INAUGURATION, Page 3) Inauguration_ (Continuedfrom Page 1) ourselves on an increasing propor- to extend to us what we extend to them, nation in their respective capacities tion from domestic resources. Our peace, friendship, cooperation and love in what they do, "if the nation is to ability to increase food sufficiency in our common humanity." achieve an acceptable degree of for our people will be a sure yard The President extended his gratitude stick to measure success or failure in to the traditional leaders for their sup- economic self-sufficiency andmain- port and assured them that the, "efforts our national development," Olter said. ' tain political independence in the in building this nation assures them remaining ten year of the Compact." "I do not know the solutions to prob- their role as respected leader of the o The President told the young lems we face," he said, "but I am pre- FSM." pared to work with the Congress and z people that since they are "Let all our friends," he said, "in the our four states to find solutions," and to j tomorrow's leaders, to seek and South Pacific Forum know that this achieve some measure improvement in obtain the skills and knowledge to administration values very much our I education standard, health services, and nation's relations with them." make them effective, citing that public health education. knowledge will be the key to indi- The President expressed his heartfelt "The training of our work force has gratitude for the assistance the United vidual successes which the nation lagged behind expectation and way out States has continued to extend to the need now and in the future. And to of pace with the crying need for skilled H those now skilled and working he FSM and smooth implementation of the manpower. While we must look to Compact of Free Association Treaty. In asked that they apply their knowl- ourselves for ultimate solution, we shall addition he expressed utmost apprecia- continue to rely on the assistance of the edge and skill to the best of their tion to Japan, China for their valuable international community and our Mends ability. assistance; Australia, Philippines, around the world. Skilled manpower is Olter cited that, "the agenda be- China, and the United States for estab- fore us is an awesome agenda for the pivotal ingredient to an orderly lishing their embassies in Pohnpei, and nation building. It calls for vigor- growth of this nation. My administra- pledge to work closely with the govern- tion shall spend concerted effort in the ments of Guam, Saipan, Palau, and the ous and immediate action to address training of our people," the President Marshall Islands to strengthen coopera- the pressing needs of our young said. tion between the islands and this nation. nation in economic development," Olter called on the national and state and for, "strong commitment for In conclusion the President said, 'To legislative leaderships and state gover- my fellow Micronesians, I wish to reit- political unity. We must put in nors to work together with his admini- erate that your government needs your place economic infrastructures to stration as team mates, and for Con- support to carry out its programs to spur economic activities and devel- gress to work with his administration, make our islands become a better place "to further promote and expand the opment. for us to live, for us and for future gen- nation's international personality. The President emphasized on the erations. To this end I invite all citizens "Currently," he said, "our most im- need to expand and improve doc of the FSM to seek information and portant objective with international facilities to meet FSM's increasing become more aware of your govern- organizations is to take our place as a commercial requirements and enact ment and what it does and fails to do. memberof the United Nations," in order policies as well as develop and Let us work together. My message is to, "participate in the resolution of many for every FSM citizen to simply unite manage the fisheries and marine crucial worldwide concerns, some of and work hard for your nation. There resources. which have a crucial bearing on our are no magical ways for achieving our With the, "economic development future lives." national goals without increase and resting largely on the development Referring to the adverse changes in active participation of you, the citizens of private sector of the nation's econ- the world's climate as an example of of the FSM in the affairs of your nation. omy," private sector must be devel- worldwide concerns, he said, "small I know that through concerted and united oped, he said, and called for, "pas- island countries such as the FSM stand effort by the national and state govern- to lose the very land on which we exist sage of legislations that will protect ments, traditional leaders and the people, if the gradual rise in ocean levels cannot our national interest and our citi- our nation, the goals of political unity, be reversed. This is too important to us zens and to create incentive and fa- stability andeconomic development will vorable atmosphere to attract for- merely to look on as outsiders." be achieved." eign investors." "And so," Olter told all friendly and free nations, "what we seek from our Our people are our most "We need to squarely address our friends and all free and peace-loving nation's imbalance of trade and de- precious resource. nations is the courtesy of recognizing Vice President Jacob Nena said, "our pendency on imported food. We our just struggle and our inherent sover- must develop the means to feed eignty and independence. We ask them (See Inauguration, Page 3) Inauguration. (Continuedfrom Page 2) stones have given us hope for a prosperous future. The nation H and its people will be eternally fruitful for their dedication Eq people are our most precious resource. It is with them that our and wisdom." Z resources and development programs must begin and end." " As we prepare to enter the twenty-first century, " he said, "The key to solving the problems of our nation," he said, 'is I pray for our continued commitment to national unity, peace regional cooperation and assistance," citing the extended and liberty, and our realization of growth economic inde- family system that the Pacific islanders are known for, "the pendence and prosperity. Today the monumental task of regional associations we participate in give us strength and leadership in the FSM will be passed to a new President. On support to grow and develop in peace and harmony with our his shoulders, and on those of the newly constituted Con- neighbors. Therefore, we will continue to work with these gress, rests the hopes, faith and aspirations of our people. I organizations and to seek help from them," adding," we look am confident that they will bear this responsibility with a forward to working to solve our problems within the context sober sense of stewardship and that they will make us all of our area of the world. proud to be citizens of a progressive nation." Concluding, the Vice President said, "Our seas are boun- Conservation and Resource Surveillance Director Bermin tiful and our lands are fruitful. We only need the organization Weilbacher, served as master of ceremonies. The invocation and the tools to reap the abundance that God has granted us; was given by the Bishop Amando Samo of Chuuk and the and, of course, the good sense to husband our resources, so benediction by the Rev. Shem Jimmy, of the United Church that they will continue to provide for the generations to of Christ. come." The raising of colors was by FSM National Police with Speaker pledge to try to work with executive Denpei Brass Band. branch Entertainment include three traditional dances from the Congress Speaker Jack Fritz of Chuuk pledge to try to work state of Pohnpei and a Yapese dance presented by the students together with the new administration to enhance the quality at the Community College of Micronesia, and songs by the of life for everyone, adding that it is true we are a young states of Chuuk, Kosrae and Pohnpei. nation, "but we have come a long way in a short time. Now The inauguration program began May 19 with an inter- we are in the process of applying for full membership," in the denominational service in the Church of Kolonia at Kapinle. United Nation, " and to be on equal footing with the most Inauguration events also included a reception May 21 in powerful countries on earth," but we were few years ago the evening at Bernard's restaurant. considered not mature enough to manage our own affairs," adding, it is time to begin working on, "building a brighter economic future for our people and the generations to follow." Fritz said, " with the help of our friends and the international and regional organizations we belong to, we must develop our economic potential within the frame work of our traditional way of life." The Speaker said that, "other cultures have tried to domi- nate us," years ago without success because within the FSM, even with diverse traditions, they all serve the same func- tions: "to unify the people in spirit and in purpose. In conclusion, Speaker honored the FSM citizens who BRAS BAKU AY THE CEREMONY- Playing the Patriots of Micronesia Is the served in the gulf war as part of the forces sponsored by the Denpei Brass Band during the May 21 presidential inauguration held at Palikir. United States. Leading the band is Robert Ritchie of FSM Finance Department Moses prays for Unity, Peace and Liberty Pohnpei State Governor Resio S. Moses in his welcoming remarks on behalf of the traditional elders of the FSM and fellow Governors of the Nation and the people of Pohnpei and the FSM, welcomed everyone to the presidential inauguration, " to bear witness to the passing of the torch of leadership in the FSM from President Haglelgam to President Bailey Olter. Your attendance at this significant event also bears witness to the successes and achievements of our leaders. Though their efforts we have maintained the unity of this DANCING DURING THE CEREMONY • The CCM students presented » stick nation; we have established a viable government that is dance during the inauguration. Other dances were performed by Pohnpei recognized and respected throughout the world. These mile- Including a groups from the Nett Cultural Center, Sapuwahfik, and U. Public welfare is the singular aim of thi;

PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM INFORMA- establishment of sound institutions of self- ing commercial requirements. We must TION SERVICE) - President Bailey Olter government but the very attainment of self- improve and build new hospital and school dedicated his administration to public government and independence. We today facilities. We need to improve our roads and o fj welfare as the singular aim, in his inau- dedicate ourselves to follow their footsteps. build others to access greater areas for ag- ;*> ricultural development. We need to enact C8 gural address, during the May 21 inau- Let there be no doubt that from this day policies and put in place facilities to develop S guration ceremony held at Palikir, the forward the public welfare is the singular aim and manage our fisheries and marine re- O of this administration. I call on the Congress capital of the FSM.. sources. Following is the President's speech. and the State Governments to rededicate ourselves to this goal. This collective goal Success in economic development rests "I Pahn patowan pateng en Kepina cannot be attained without the active partici- largely on the development of the private sakaradakan oh wauneki kahlapko, Iso pation of the men and women of this land. sector of our nation's economy. Priority O Nahnkenko sapawelimar likendko, My fellow Micronesians, we do not have therefor must focus on development of the Nankenieiko, oh lapalap koarosie en much time to spare if our nation is to achieve private sector. This means to committing Z w wei Isohn Pohnpei Uh - oh FSM Koaros. an acceptable degree of economic self-suf- more capital into the private sector. It calls 3S Ai tungoal sakarada pahn kawewehdi ficiency and maintain our political independ- for passage of legislations that will protect H on pahn pwarada nan wehwe de sang ence in the remaining ten years of our Com- our national interest and our citizens and to sapwelimatail Radio Station kan pwehn pact of Free Association Treaty with the create incentives and favorable atmosphere sansalong koaros. United States. Thus, I call on each and to attract foreign investors. We need to squarely address our nation's Excllencies, my fellow micronesian everyone of you—men and women, young and old — to apply yourselves conscien- imbalance of trade and dependency on leaders, honored guests, ladies and gen- imported food. We must develop the means tlemen. tiously to our nation in your respective capacities as sailors, fishermen, captains, to feed ourselves on an increasing propor- At the risk of being presumptuous, I weavers and handicraft makers, farmers, tion from domestic resources. Our ability to dedicate this administration to all-en- doctors, nurse, teachers and pupils to name increase food sufficiency for our people will compassing theme taken from Oliver a few. It will be the result of your work and be a sure yard stick to measure success or Wendell Holmes, to the effect that, 'the service that will make the difference in our failure in our national development. great thing in this world is not so much efforts to develop our nation in the days and You and I know there is much that must where we are, but in what direction we are months ahead. be done to achieve self-reliance. I do not moving.' Under our constitution, we have I am keenly aware of the importance of ..know all the solutions to problems we face over a decade, proven the viability of the training and manpower development and but I am prepared to work with the Congress FSM. But the coming years will hold more thus I ask the young people of our nation to and our four states to find solutions. I am to responsibility and challenge for us all. What seek and obtain the skills and knowledge to review existing national development poli- is important to us and our children is not so make them effective as tomorrow's leaders cies in an effort to marry them with realistic much from whence we come, but rather to to lead and guide our nation into the twenty- goals. I shall attempt to put in place simple, where are headed. first century.. Knowledge will be the key to clear and understandable development poli- My fellow Micronesians, as I assume the your individual successes which your nation cies in our areas of economic development leadership of our young nation with Vice is in dire need of now and in the future. Your priori ties to name a few fisheries, agriculture President Nena, I pledge to you all the same individual achievements are inherent inte- and tourism. solemn promise I made upon taking the gral parts of our total national achievements. Our educational standards need a closer sacred oath of this high office. I shall uphold Those of you who are now skilled and are look. To say that our education system and the laws and constitution of the Federated working, I would ask that you apply your quality of education need improvement is a States of Micronesia and protect and foster knowledge and skill to the best of your gross understatement. I shall work with the our customs and traditions. ability. Congress and the four states to achieve At the outset, I wish to express my per- My fellow Micronesians, the agenda be- some measure improvement. sonal gratitude to the people of our nation fore us is an awesome agenda for nation- Health servicesdelivery and publichealth and to our esteemed Congress for their building. It calls for vigorous and immediate education must also be improved. Again, I support and confidence in electing me to action to address the pressing needs of our shall cooperate with the Congress and the lead our young nation at this challenging young nation in economic development. It states in this area of vital interest of our and formative period in our nation's history. calls forstrong commitment forpolitical unity. people. I wish also to pay tribute to former Presi- We must put in place economic infrastruc- The training of our people force has lagged dents Nakayama and Haglelgam for their tures to spur economic activities and devel- behind expectation and way out of pace with monumental achievements in laying a sound opment. the crying need for skilled manpower. While and basic foundation of our government. We must improve and expand our air- we must look to ourselves for the ultimate These achievements were not limited to the ports and dock facilities to meet our increas- (Continued on Paqge 5) i administration, cited President Olter H (Continuedfrom Page 40) tant to us merely to look on as outsiders. Compact is strengthen. For my part, let me M Z solution, we shall continue to rely on the I call on all friendly and free nations to reiterate that the FSM is committed to main- > assistance of the international community come to understanding our long but peace- taining its strong and close relations with the d and our friends around the world. Skilled ful struggle to reassume our people's inher- United States of America, and to continuing i manpower is the pivotal ingredient to an ent sovereignty and our country's independ- our close adherence to our Compact obliga- orderly growth of this nation. My administra- ence. In proclaiming our sovereignty and tions even as we expand our international tion shall spend concerted effort in the train- independence on Novembers, 1986, we did relations. ing of our people. not displace any other people but affirmed To our friends in Asia and in particular o We need sheer dedication and commit- our wish to live together in peace and har- Japan, and the people's Republic of China, •* ment by our state and national leaderships mony on our islands as our forefathers did I express utmost appreciation for their valu- I and cooperation between the state and the for centuries before us. And so what we able assistance to our nation's diplomatic national governments. To these ends, I call seek from our friends and all free and peace- initiatives. Your continued assistance have

on the Speaker, Members of our National loving nations is the courtesy of recognizing impacted positively on our nation's efforts in SO Congress and State Governors and State our just struggle and our inherent sover- economic development. I pledge continued Legislative leaderships to work together as eignty and independence. We ask them to effort at strengthening our friendship and teammateswithouradministration. I pledge extend to us what we extend to them: peace, cooperation between our countries. to work closely with them to advance and friendship, cooperation and love in our I am grateful to Australia, the Republic of achieve our national programs directed common humanity. the Philippines, the People's Republic of toward economic development improved To the traditional leaders of the FSM, I China and the United States for having es- social well being and political stability. extend my gratitude for their support and tablished their embassies in Pohnpei to fur- I call on Congress to work with our ad- assure them that our efforts in building this ther promote cooperation and effective ministration to further promote and expand nation assures them their role as respected conduct of our diplomatic relations, I would our nation's international personality. We leaders of the FSM. We will rely on their like to invite countries we now have diplo- need to continue and build upon the efforts wisdom and advice in the days ahead on the matic relations with to likewise establish of the previous administrations in establish- important issues facing our nation and on permanent missions in Pohnpei. ing diplomatic relations with more nations policies for historical and cultural preserva- To our Micronesian brothers in Guam, around the globe. I am happy to point out tions. The protection and preservation oT Saipan, and in the Republic of Palau and the that twenty nations have recognized and es- our cultures and heritage are basic and in- Marshall Islands, I extend to you my pledge tablished full diplomatic relations with our herent part of our nations policy for develop- _ to work closely with your governments to country. I pledge to continue our effort at es- ment and modernization. strengthen cooperation between our islands tablishing diplomatic relations with more in- Let all our friends in the South Pacific and our island nations. dependent nations around the globe and to Forum know that this administration values To my fellow Micronesians, to conclude I seek membership in important international very much our nation's relations with them. wish to reiterate that your government needs organizations that will assist in our develop- I look forward to working closely with the your support to carry out its programs to ment efforts. leaders of the region and assure them our make our islands become a better place for Currently, our most important objective commitment to strengthen our bilateral and us to live for us and for future generations. with international organizations is to take our multilateral relations. Regional coop- To this end, I invite all citizens of the Feder- our place as a member of the United Na- eration in an interdependent world in which ated States of Micronesia to seek informa- tions. Only as a full member of that body can we find ourselves to day is indispensable. tion and become more aware of your gov- we effectively participate in the resolution of To our friend and major ally, the United ernment and what it does and fails to do. Let many crucial worldwide concerns, some of Stales of America, I express my heartfelt us work together. My message is to every which have a crucial bearing on our future gratitude for the assistance it has continued FSM citizen to simply unite and work hard lives. to extend to the FSM and for the smooth im- for your nation. There are no magical ways An important exam pie of these concerns plementation of the Compact of Free Asso- for achieving our national goals without is the effort now underway, through the ciation as we enter the fifth year of that increase and active participation of you, the United Nations, to address the long-term treaty. I am gratified by the spirit in which our citizens of the Federated Slates of Microne- control of adverse changes in the world's cli- two governments make appropriate adjust- sia in the affairs of your nation. I know that mate brought about by industrialization and ments to the Compact which in the long run through concerted and united effort by the other environmentally destructive activities will work to strengthen the relationship be- national and state governments, traditional which have never before been addressed tween our two countries. I look forward to leaders and the people, our nation the goals on a global basis. Small island countries working closely with President Bush and the of political unity, stability and economic de- such as the FSM stand to lose the very land leaders in the executive branch of the U.S. velopment will be achieved. on which we exist if the gradual rise in ocean Government and in the U.S. Congress to Thank you, Kalahngan, Kammagar, Kill- levels cannot be reversed. This too impor- ensure that our relation as set forth in the sou Chabur, and Kulo Ma Lulap. FFC meet in Wellinton, New Zealand PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM INFOR- finance FFA is a 7:1 ratio and agreed time Authority; Moses Nelson, Admin- MATION SERVICE) - The 20th Fo- that members should increase their con- istrator, Division of Marine Resources, rum Fisheries Committee (FFC) meet- tribution to attain at least the mid 1990's Department of Resources and Develop- ing was held on April 29toMayl,1991 level of 2:1. ment; and Camillo Noket, Assistant At- in Wellington, New Zealand attended The Party to the Nauru Agreement torney General for International Law, by all 16 member countries of the Fo- PNA) also held its 10th Annual meeting Office of the Attorney General. rum Fisheries Agency. which was chairedby J. Raglmar Subol- Members of FFA are Australia, Cook 1 The Committee appointed Foreign mar and attended by the eight major Islands,FSM,Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Z Minister of Solomon Islands Peter tuna resource countries of FSM, Ki- Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Keniloria as the new director for the ribati, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Guinea, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA). The Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Western Samoa. o Committee also agreed to convene a Tuvalu (newest member). H ^ smaller group consisting of the FSM, PNA wants all the minimum terms Cook Islands, PapuaNew Guinea, Solo- and conditions for fisheries access to be Ed mon Island, Kiribati, Tonga and New fully implemented CORRECTIONS Zealand in early June to discuss the by all FFA member countries and extension of the Multilateral Fisheries comply to by all distant water fishing Volume 12, number 9, Treaty with the United State of Amer- nations fishing in the region. Other (May 15, 1991 issue) ica. issues discussed were the limitation on FFC 20 was opened by the Deputy number of purse seiners to fish in the "Olter & Nena were ad- Prime Minister and Minister of Exter- zones, conditions for employment of ministered oath of of- nal Relation and Trade of New Zealand nationals on foreign fishing boats, and fice," front page, 4th the Honorable Don McKinnon and was exploratory discussion on a possible paragraph, should chaired by Deputy Secretary of Foreign management regime in the North West- read: Olter, 59, replaces Affairs Chris Beeby. ern Pacific purse seine fishery. The The committee reviewed the FFA meeting agreed to convene a meeting to John R. Haglelgam of Director's Annual report of FFA Ad- specifically discussed the management Yap who served on! ministration, FFA Financial Statement, regime at a later day. term beginning in 1987 and approval of the report of the techni- The FSM delegation was headed by J. as the second FSM cal meeting. Raglmar Subolmar, Chief, International President. Nena, 49, re- The committee was made aware of Affairs, Department of External Af- the fact that the donor contribution and fairs; and consisted of Peter Sitan, Ex- places Hirosi H. Ismael member governments contribution to ecutive Director of Micronesian Mari- of Kosrae who was elected the third Vice President in 1987 after Olter, now FSM Presi- dent.

Volume 12, number 3 (February 15, 1991 issue), the title of the story on Public Auditor Seminar on Page 4, should appear, "Audi- tor General Office of Canada and and FSM sponsored seminar" instead of FSM AG and SINGING DURING THE CEREMONY - Representing the State ofChuuk, the group Auditor sponsored sang during the inauguration ceremony at Palikir. Other two groups that sang during seminar. the ceremony were representing the states ofKosrae, and Pohnpei. Announcement sH M HONIARA, Solomon Is- lands (FSM INFORMA- TION SERVICE) - Applica- tions are invited for several positions with the South Pacific Forum Fisheries o Agency (FFA), including Computer Services Manger, s Finance/ Administration officer, Manager, Multilateral Fisheries Treaty; Senior ana- VO lyst Programmer, and Fisher- PATICIPANTS OF AUDITOR CONFERENCE-Posingfor a group photo are partici- ies Development Officer. pants of'the 2nd Annual Conference ofthe Association of'Pacific Islands Public Auditors The agency is based in held in Palikr, Pohnpei. Honiara in the Solomon Is- lands and services 16 South APIPA held second annual conference in Pohnpei Pacific member nations in- PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM INFORMATION taught by Mr. Dave Bussey of the USDA cluding the FSM. SERVICE) The Association of Pacific Is- Graduate School. The second part was Full details including duty lands Public Auditors (APIPA) held its sec- taught by Brian M. Riordan, Auditor-Gen- ond annual conference in Pohnpei, accord- eral of the Republic of Marshall Islands. statements, terms and condi- The case studies dealt with audits, per- tions of employment, and ing to a report from the FSM Public Auditor's Office. formed by the member offices, which dis- qualifications required for As Chairman of the Association, JackE. closed fraudulent acts. Each case study each position are available Yakana, FSM Public Auditor, hosted the was presented by a member office, ensued on request. conference at the FSM's Capital in Palikir, by general discusion by the whole group. The appointees will be Pohnpei. The opening remarks was deliv- From the discussions, it was interesting to based in Honiara but may be ered by Secretary Aloysius Tuuth, FSM De-" note the similarity of the various causes for required to travel widely partment of Finance. failure, an/or success in prosecuting fraudu- especially in the South Pa- APIPA is comprised of public auditor of- lent acts disclosed by each member office. cific region. A tax free salary fices of American Samoa, Commonwealth Overall, itwas observed that the Republic of at a regional level applies, of the Northern Mariana Islands, FSM Na- the Marshall Islands, so far, has been the with transportation, housing, tional Government, Republic of the Marshall most active, and the FSM the least active in Islands, Republic of Palau, and the FSM the prosecuting fraudulent acts disclosed in child and eduction allow- audits. ances, recreation leave and States of Pohnpei and Yap. The Inspector General of the U.S. Department of the Inte- A total of 36 auditors participated in the superannuation provisions. rior (DOI-OIG) is a non-voting member. The conference. They include two auditors from Applicants should detail DOI-OlG's Regional Audit Manager in Guam the Commonwealth of the Northern Mari- education and employment represented the Inspector General. Once anas, DOI-OIG's Regional Audit Manager, background with particulars Guam and the other FSM States have es- Sam Gillentine along with four of his staff of three references with whom tablished independent public auditor offices, from the Guam office and Curtis Crider from the applicant has been asso- they will be invited to join the association. the main office in Washington, D.C., Auditor ciated in a professional ca- The annual conference of the association General Brian Riordan and six of his staff pacity and should address all are a combination of meetings and training from the Republic of Marshall Islands, and applications which close on workshops on selected topics. The selected Public Auditor James C. Kinchen and three July 31, 1991 and enquires topics, or theme for the second annual of of his staff from the Republic of Palau. conference is "Fraud Auditing in a Small Public Auditors Will Cooper ant Herolyn should be sent to: Movick along with three of Movick's staff The Director Developing Nations." As such, this five days conference featured a three-day course on represented Yap and Pohnpei States re- Forum Fisheries Agency Fraud Auditing and the remaining two days spectively. The national government was P.O. BOX 629 were devoted to case studies. The Fraud represented by FSM Public Auditor Yakana Honiara, Solomon Islands Auditing course was divided into two parts. and ten of his staff, and Ms. Jean Wilson The first part, which took two days, was from the Department of Finance. 8 FSM Congress adopted five resolutions PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM INFOR- Congress to the President and Vice Presi- Haglelgam for his many years of dedi- MATION SERVICE) - The 7th FSM dent and expressed the full support of cated and valuable service to the Na- Congress on the third day of its First Congress for all programs policies that tion. Regular Session received the report of encourage unity and economic devel- C.R. 7-4, extending the sincerest its Committee to Wait on the President opment on this Nation. thanks and gratitude of the FSM Con- The committee Chairman losi Ludwig The members of the committee are gress to Tony Otto, former member of reported that at the meeting of the Senators Joseph Urusemal, Wagner the FSM Congress, for his many years committee and the President, the Presi- Lawrence, and Claude Phillip. Staff of meritorious service to the FSM dent was accompanied by the Vice Attorney Lionel Riley accompanied the people. President Jacob Nena and Chief of Staff committee. C.R.7-5,extending the sincere thanks leske lehsi warmly welcomed the Up to the 17th of May, the FSM and gratitude of the FSM Congress to committee and expressed that the ex- Congress have not acted on any bills, Nick Bossy, former member of the FSM ecutive branch was very much looking but have adopted five resolutions. Congress for his many years of dedi- forward to working closely and make Several other bills and resolutions have cated service to the Congress and the every effort to maintain the lines of been introduced. FSM people. communication between the two RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED: C.R. 7-7, thanking the Hawaii State branches of the government. The Presi- C.R. 7-1, appoint Dennis K. Yamase Legislature for providing invaluable in- dent indicated that himself and the Vice as Legislative Counsel of the FSM service training opportunities to staff President were just now beginning the Congress. from the FSM Congress and expressing process of organizing the executive C.R. 7-2, extending sincere and spe- the hope of the Congress that such branch. They have not yet had the cial thanks and gratitude of the FSM opportunities will continue to be made chance to review the budget that was Congress and people to John R. available in the future. submitted by the last administration and the President expressed that a major concern at this time was the South Pacific Forum. Fifteen countries will be represented including heads of the states and prime ministers. He requested that before Congress goes into recess that the appropriate amount of funds be appropriated. The Vice President also expressed that it has been his observa- tion that the States have not been aware of the programs and actions of the Na- tional Government. The executive will be looking into programs that will address these problems. The President indicated that the executive branch will attempt to organize as quickly as possible. TheVicePresidentalsoepxressed CREDENCE PRESENTATION - Presenting his credential to the President May 20, it Ambassador that it would be appropriate for the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Melvin James Taylor of New Zealand to the FSM. From left to Congress to recess to allow the execu- right are Deputy Chief, South Pacific Affairs Tadao Sigrah, Chief, International Affair* JJt. Subolmar, Acting Secretary of External Affairs Asterio Takesy, President Olter, and Ambassador tive to review that budget. The commit- Melvin James Taylor. The A mbassador's wife was presented except not in the photo. Taylor and hit tee relayed congratulations from the wife after the presentation paid a courtesy call on the President.

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