KOLONIA,Pohnpei, FSM: August 13, 2024— Governor Stevenson A. Joseph, accompanied by First Lady Dr. Aina Garstang, attended a dinner reception at Cliff Rainbow in honor of the Deputy Minister of New Zealand, Winston Peters, and his delegation. The event marked a continuation of discussions that took place earlier in the day at Nett Elementary School, where Deputy Minister Peters made significant remarks.
During the reception, Governor Joseph welcomed the Deputy Minister and his delegation, expressing his gratitude for New Zealand’s ongoing support and assistance. He highlighted the earlier donation through UNICEF to Nett Elementary, which will enhance existing school programs, particularly those aligned with his administration’s priority on food security.
Governor Joseph noted that the contributions from the Government of New Zealand and UNICEF will greatly help build the capacity of our educational programs, ensuring our children have the resources they need to succeed.
The evening was a celebration of the 36 years of diplomatic relations between FSM and New Zealand, reaffirming both parties’ commitment to furthering development initiatives that benefit the people of Pohnpei and the FSM.