PIF Secretary General reaffirms Micronesia’s role in regional priorities ahead of 54th Forum Leaders Meeting.

The Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), Baron Waqa, delivered a statement at the 27th Micronesian Islands Forum this week, reaffirming the region’s commitment to a united, resilient, and inclusive Blue Pacific Continent.

Speaking as both Secretary General and a proud son of Micronesia, SG Waqa expressed deep gratitude to the Government and people of the Marshall Islands for their hospitality, and underscored the importance of Micronesia’s leadership in shaping regional and global priorities.

“In a world increasingly marked by turbulence, the Pacific must remain a beacon of hope and unity,” SG Waqa stated. “We must ensure that the Forum’s priorities aligns with the lived realities of our people and the Leaders’ vision in the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.”

SG Waqa reiterated the commitment by the PIF Secretariat to work with other regional organisations to strengthen its efforts in the Micronesian subregion, highlighting the importance of coherence between subregional and regional systems.

“The Forum Secretariat will continue to walk alongside Micronesian Leaders to ensure that our work not only complements, but is guided by, your priorities. Together, we will deepen regionalism, build trust in our institutions, and shape a future that is defined by our own terms.”

The remarks come ahead of the 54th Forum Leaders Meeting to be held in Solomon Islands from the 8th-12th September 2025.

Source: PIFS Media