The Federated States of Micronesia Endorses the Proliferation Security Initiative

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United States welcomes the decision by the Federated States of Micronesia to endorse the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) and looks forward to working with the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia as part of our broader cooperation to advance the nonproliferation goals of the PSI and its Statement of Interdiction Principles. The Federated States of Micronesia is the 107th state to become a PSI participant.

Launched in Krakow, Poland in 2003, PSI participants commit to undertake voluntary measures, consistent with their authorities and resources, to: interdict illicit transfers of weapons of mass destruction, their delivery systems, and related materials; exchange relevant information; and strengthen legal authorities to conduct interdictions. They also conduct exercises, workshops, and other activities to improve their capacities to fulfill their PSI commitments. The addition of each new participating state strengthens the Initiative and helps ensure that PSI will remain a durable international effort in the years ahead.

The United States urges all responsible states to endorse and participate in the PSI. For more information on the Proliferation Security Initiative, please see the State Department’s website.