BEIJING, China – June 3, 2026 – The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), through the Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA), participated in the 21st Asia/Oceania Region Intergovernmental Ministerial Meeting on Anti-Doping in Sport (AORIM) and Regional Symposium held in Beijing, China from June 1–3, 2026.
The FSM delegation was led by the Honorable Marcus H. Samo, Secretary of Health and Social Affairs, accompanied by Mr. Sebastian T. Tairuwepiy, FSM Human Rights Coordinator. The meeting brought together Ministers, senior government officials, anti-doping organizations, sports leaders, and international partners from across Asia and Oceania to strengthen cooperation and advance the global clean sport movement.
During the meeting, Secretary Samo reaffirmed FSM’s commitment to protecting the integrity of sport and ensuring that athletes compete on a level playing field. He emphasized that clean sport is not only a matter of compliance, but a commitment to safeguarding athletes and promoting the values of honesty, respect, dedication, and fair play. The FSM delegation joined regional partners in supporting stronger anti-doping education, prevention, compliance, and athlete welfare initiatives throughout the region.
On the margins of the Ministerial Meeting, the FSM delegation, accompanied by His Excellency Vincent Sivas and officials from the FSM Embassy in Beijing, held a bilateral meeting with the Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Beijing Municipal Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Discussions focused on healthcare cooperation, professional exchanges, medical training, and capacity building. Both sides agreed to pursue a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize future collaboration.
As an immediate outcome of the discussions, a medical team from China is expected to visit the Federated States of Micronesia beginning July 19, 2026, to provide medical services, professional exchanges, and explore additional opportunities for cooperation.
The delegation further toured the Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, observing healthcare services and exchanging knowledge on practices that may support healthcare development in FSM.
The delegation also had a brief meeting with His Excellency Gao Zhidan, Minister of the General Administration of Sport of China, where both sides exchanged views on strengthening sports cooperation and promoting opportunities for athlete development and sports advancement between FSM and China.
FSM’s participation in both the Anti-Doping Ministerial Meeting and the health cooperation engagements reflects the Nation’s continued commitment to strengthening international partnerships, supporting athlete development, improving public health, and creating opportunities that contribute to the wellbeing of the people of the Federated States of Micronesia.
