POHNPEI, FSM – Marking a historic moment for regional ocean governance, President Wesley Simina of the Federated States of Micronesia delivered the opening address at the 22nd Regular Session of the Technical and Compliance Committee (TCC) of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC). This marks the first time an FSM President has officially […]

From August 10–14, 2026, fisheries observers and NORMA staff participated in a five-day OLLO Training at the Pacific Community (SPC) Conference Room in Pohnpei. The training focused on building the knowledge and practical skills needed to record, review, and submit observer data electronically.

This project is financed by the World Bank through the above grant. The FSM NORMA invites sealed quotations from eligible bidders for the construction of the NORMA Satellite Office with solar power system – Kosrae, on a LUMPSUM Basis.

The FSM National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing services for the position of Yap State Coordinator

From “Pohnpeian Magic” sashimi to Vessel Day Schemes, student interns lead an engaging cultural and educational exchange. During a recent visit to the National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA), visiting high school students from Japan got a taste of local fisheries management and local food culture. A lighthearted moment arose when discussing the best way […]

Delegates representing the national government and all four FSM states—Chuuk, Yap, Kosrae, and Pohnpei—gathered in Kosrae beneath the iconic backdrop of the Sleeping Lady mountain for the annual PROPER Project meeting.

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Pacific Islands Regional Oceanscape Program - Second Phase for Economic Resilience (PROPER) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for strengthening the management of coastal fisheries through review and gap analysis of legislative and regulatory frameworks governing coastal fisheries in the FSM states, and development of draft legislation..

From June 23 – July 9, 2026, environmental officers in Pohnpei earned their scuba certifications through a specialized dive training course — gaining the skills to conduct underwater ecological surveys, track coral reef health, and monitor our coastal resources.
A partnership between DECEM and the Pohnpei State Government, funded under the FSM PROPER Project. Next stop: Chuuk and Kosrae.

We are thrilled to announce that July-O Saimon and Steve Peter have officially joined the National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) team as our newest Electronic Reporting Officer and Fisheries Observer Trainer, beginning their tenure on June 29, 2026.

The National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) wishes to inform the public that it is reviewing a reported allegation of a possible marine discharge involving a foreign flagged fishing vessel at the Pohnpei Anchorage area.