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Federated States of Micronesia

Federated States of Micronesia

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The Federated States of Micronesia is four states totalling 607 volcanic islands and coral atolls in the North Pacific Ocean. Phonpei, Chuuk, Kosrae and Yap each have their own unique culture and identity.

Vulnerability to natural disasters and isolation has hampered development, as well as large scale unemployment and overfishing.

The Federated States of Micronesia is in free association with the US largely dependent on US aid, while PACTAM and other AusAID programs are assisting.

AVI's involvment in the Federated States of Micronesia is through the Pacific Technical Assistance Mechanism (PACTAM).