Department of Finance
and Administration

World Bank

Partners with the FSM to drive sustainable growth, strengthen infrastructure, and build resilience to climate change, supporting FSM’s long-term development and social well-being through investments across energy, digital connectivity, transport, education, fisheries, and public financial management

World Bank–financed projects in FSM tackle critical challenges across key sectors. The ARISE Project expands access to reliable, renewable electricity, while the Skills and Employability Enhancement Project strengthens vocational training and opportunities for youth. Public Financial Management reforms modernize government systems for greater transparency and accountability. Digital FSM and Connectivity initiatives bridge the digital divide by expanding affordable internet and digital services. PRIME and SCORE improve climate-resilient roads that connect communities and support economic activity, while the PROPER Project safeguards fisheries and marine ecosystems for sustainable livelihoods. Together, these projects build resilience, create opportunities, and support a more sustainable future for FSM.

FSM Skills and Employability project (SEE Project)

Advancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training in the Federated States of Micronesia.

Project for Strengthening Public Financial Management (PFM)

Aims to improve the government’s financial management systems and processes across the national and four state governments.

Pacific Regional Oceanscapes Project (PROPER)

Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and resilience of oceanic and coastal fisheries and marine habitats in the FSM.

Sustainable Energy Development and Access Project (SEDAP)

Aims to improve the reliability, efficiency, and access to electricity in the FSM and addresses key energy sector challenges particularly its dependence on imported fossil fuels, aging infrastructure, and limited access to electricity in remote areas.

Access and Renewable Increase for Sustainable Energy Project (ARISE)

Aims to expand electricity access, improve service reliability, and increase renewable energy generation in the FSM.

Digital FSM Project

Aims at enhancing digital connectivity by fostering digital government services, and strengthening the legal and regulatory environment for the digital economy in the FSM.

FSM Connectivity Project

Addresses the severe digital divide in the FSM by expanding access to affordable and reliable broadband internet across its dispersed islands.

Prioritized Road Investment and Management Enhancements Project (PRIME)

Addresses interconnected challenges by enhancing connectivity between islands, promoting economic growth, reducing poverty, improving road safety, and encouraging sustainable practices.

Strengthening Climate Resilience of Secondary Roads Project (SCORE)

Focuses on strategic secondary roads identified through a robust prioritization process.