The Compact of Free Association, As Amended
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Transcript of The Compact of Free Association, As Amended
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The Compact of Free Association, As
AmendedThe Federated States of Micronesia
AND The United States of America
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-The Compact of Free Association-Titles under the Amended Compact-Federal Programs & Services Agreement-U.S. Mission Goals
Presentation Overview
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• 1986: U.S. & F.S.M. established Compact of Free Association with 15-year economic assistance package
• 2001-2003: Temporary extension of economic assistance during negotiations
• 2003: Compact of Free Association Amendments Act with 20-year economic assistance package (to Fiscal Year 2023)
Compact of Free Association: a Timeline
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-Governmental Relations-Economic Relations-Security and Defense Relations-General Provisions
Titles under the Amended Compact
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KEY POINTS:◦Grant Assistance
Sector Grants Trust Fund
◦Services & Program Assistance
Economic Relations
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Federal Programs & Services Agreement
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Goal 1: Security and Alliances – U.S. alliances and strategic partnerships in the Asia-Pacific materially advance efforts to deter and defend against military and non-military threats to the region and the United States; resolve disputes peacefully; adopt common positions on regional and global priorities; and confront emerging challenges that impact U.S. national interests.
U.S. Mission Goals in the FSM…
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Objective 1.1: The FSM meets its national and international commitments and strengthens security relationships with the U. S. through increased military, humanitarian, and law enforcement engagement.
◦ Sub-Objective 1.1.1: The U.S. increases DOD-related activity in FSM, including patrols in the EEZ.
◦ Sub-Objective 1.1.2: The FSM strengthens law enforcement cooperation with the U.S. and regionally.
◦ Sub-Objective 1.1.3: The FSM increases enforcement of
trafficking and labor exploitation cases in its territorial waters.
Goal 1 – Objectives and Sub-Objectives…..
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Objective 1.2: The FSM strengthens its political and economic alliance with the U.S. through closer policy coordination and consultation on national and international issues.
◦ Sub-Objective 1.2.1: The U.S. and FSM coordinate
closely on UN votes and other emerging issues in the international arena.
◦ Sub-Objective 1.2.2: The U.S. Mission and the FSM consult closely on Compact issues and particularly to address any fallout from “Compact Impact.”
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Goal 2: Democratic Development – The United States advances strengthened regional commitment to democratic development and human rights and to addressing transnational challenges, including health threats and global climate change.
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Objective 2.1: The FSM increases youth and women’s participation in civil society and enhances voter education.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.1.1: The U.S. Embassy collaborates with FSM Governments and civil society to improve electorate awareness and bolster independent media.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.1.2: The U.S. Embassy collaborates with FSM Governments and civil society to bolster democratic institutions.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.1.3: The U.S. Embassy collaborates with FSM Governments and civil society to advance the role of women in the political process.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.1.4: The U.S. Embassy encourages youth involvement in
civil society.
Goal 2 – Objectives and Sub-Objectives…..
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Objective 2.2: The FSM strengthens systems that deliver health care and education through the increased involvement of civil society.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.2.1: The U.S. Mission collaborates with the public sector and NGOs to discourage lifestyle choices that lead to NCD proliferation.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.2.2: The U.S. Mission collaborates with the public sector and NGOs to advance the social ethic of environmental responsibility.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.2.3: The U.S. Mission works with education officials, women’s groups, and parent organizations to augment educational outcomes through increased family involvement.
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Objective 2.3: The FSM increases resilience to global climate change through integrated natural resource management, reinforced disaster risk reduction, and implementation of adaptation measures.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.3.1: The U.S. Mission and FSM public and private sectors work together to promote food security programs.
◦ Sub-Objective 2.3.2: The U.S. Mission collaborates with FSM on disaster preparedness, response and adaptation.
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Thank You
If you would like a copy of the U.S. Mission Goals – please contact U.S. Embassy staff
Lynn Pangelinan at [email protected]