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 […]

Last week, our interns participated in an educational vessel visit at Pohnpei Port aboard a Taiwanese purse seiner serviced by Ocean Care Company (OCC). The visit was led by FSM NORMA and the FSM Maritime Police to give interns a practical understanding of purse seine vessel operations, port entry, inspection, and compliance checks on fishing vessels. Representing diverse academic backgrounds—including Economics, Information Technology (IT), and Marine Science—the cohort experienced firsthand how their distinct disciplines apply directly to national fisheries management.

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.

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.

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Secretariat has received US$60 million from the United States, on behalf of the Pacific Island Parties to support the Treaty on Fisheries. The payment was received in December 2025.

The National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) hereby informs the general public, partner agencies, fishing agents and companies that its office has officially relocated from the Ambros Building to Walter Residential Building in Kolonia Town.

The National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Camille Inatio as its new Executive Director, effective January 23, 2026. This appointment marks a significant and exciting milestone for NORMA..

The FSM PROPER Project convened its mid-year Project Progress and Planning Meeting on July 10–11, 2025, at the FSM Central Facilities in Palikir.