OIA grant backs new Chuuk hospital
The Office of Insular Affairs announced yesterday an investment of $8,486,000 in Compact of Free Association grant assistance in support of the of the Federated States of Micronesia government’s efforts toward designing, developing and engineering a new hospital in Chuuk State.
“We are thrilled to contribute to and support the initial development of a much-needed healthcare facility to address health care needs on Weno and communities throughout Chuuk State,” said Carmen G. Cantor, assistant secretary, Insular and International Affairs. “The collaboration efforts underscore our commitment under the Compact of Free Association to improve infrastructure in the region.”
This marks a significant milestone in collaborations to enhance healthcare services in Chuuk and replace hospital infrastructure that was built prior to 1986 or the beginning of the Compact of Free Association relationship. (PR)
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