Signing of Grant Agreement with the Federated States of Micronesia:improving safety and contributing to the improvement of logistics in maritime transportation by expanding Pohnpei Port

[Goal 8] Decent Work and Economic Growth
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[Goal 9] Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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2024.09.04

On September 3, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a grant agreement with the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia in Palikir, the capital city, in the State of Pohnpei, to provide grant aid for the Project for Expansion of Pohnpei Port.

Outlines on the project are provided as below.

Project Title
The Project for Expansion of Pohnpei Port

Country (Target Areas)
the Federated States of Micronesia (The State of Pohnpei )

Project Objective
The objective of the Project is to reduce congestion and improve safety by construction of a new quay and related facilities at Pohnpei Port, thereby contributing to the improvement of logistics in maritime transportation of the Federated States of Micronesia.

Specific Project Details Planned
(a) construction of port facilities
(b) consulting services

Maximum Grant Amount
4,597 million Japanese Yen

Implementation Period Planned
57Months(including detailed design work and procurement)

Executing Agency
Pohnpei Port Authority

Contribution to SDGs
Goal 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
Goal 9(Industry, innovation and infrastructure)

Signing ceremony

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