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FSM resumes repatriations of its nationals
PALIKIR, Pohnpei—The COVID-19 Task Force of the Federated States of Micronesia has suggested the following dates for repatriation flights in the month of April, which have been approved by FSM President David W. Panuelo.
For Yap, the next repatriation flight will occur on April 6. For Kosrae, the next repatriation flights will occur on April 4 and April 18.
For Pohnpei, a special flight from the Republic of Fiji for essential personnel will occur on April 6. Regular repatriation flights from Guam will occur on April 16 and April 23.
For Chuuk, the next repatriation flights will occur on April 11 and April 25.
The FSM COVID-19 Task Force has recommended that the number of days of quarantine in Guam be reduced to five days. This will continue to allow for multiple PCR-based COVID-19 tests to occur, including upon arrival at the designated quarantine facility, and prior to departure.
The FSM COVID-19 Task Force has recommended that quarantine in designated government facilities be reduced to three days, combined with restriction of movement and home quarantine, since the omicron situation has improved dramatically.
Repatriation dates for the month of May and beyond will be consistent with the regular schedule from international commercial carriers. It remains the intention of the FSM government to fully open the nation’s borders sometime in August 2022. (PR)
