President of the Federated States of Micronesia Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids President of the Federated States of Micronesia
Seal of Government of the Federated States of Micronesia
Incumbent Wesley Simina since 11 May 2023
Style	Mister President (informal) His Excellency (formal)
Seat	Palikir, Pohnpei
Nominator	FSM Congress
Term length	Four years, maximum 2 terms
Constituting instrument	FSM Constitution
Inaugural holder	Tosiwo Nakayama
Formation	11 May 1979
Deputy	FSM Vice President
Salary	80,000 USD annually
Website	https://pio.gov.fm/

The President of the Federated States of Micronesia is the main leader of the country. They are both the head of the country and the head of its government. The President also leads the FSM Cabinet, which is a group of important advisors. They make sure the government runs smoothly.

The President is helped by the Vice President. Both are chosen by the FSM Congress. They serve for four years. The current President is Wesley Simina. He became the tenth President on May 11, 2023.

Becoming President: What It Takes
What the President Does: Key Roles
The President's Office
Past Presidents of the FSM
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Becoming President: What It Takes

To become President, a person must meet certain requirements. These rules are found in Article 10 of the FSM Constitution.

They must already be a Senator at-Large in the FSM Congress. These Senators serve four-year terms.
They must have been born a citizen of the Federated States of Micronesia.
They must have lived in the FSM for at least 15 years.

What the President Does: Key Roles

The President has many important jobs. These jobs help the country run well and connect with other nations.

Leading the Country and Laws

The President makes sure the FSM National Constitution and all national laws are followed. They also make sure these laws are put into action across the country.

Working with Other Countries

The President welcomes leaders from other countries. They also handle all foreign affairs, which means how the FSM works with other nations. This includes national defense, keeping the country safe.

Other Important Duties

The President has other special powers. They can grant pardons, which means forgiving someone for a crime. They also appoint ambassadors to represent the FSM in other countries. The President chooses judges for the FSM Supreme Court and other courts. They also pick the leaders of different government departments.

The President's Office

The main office for the President of the Federated States of Micronesia is in the capital city. This city is called Palikir and it is located in Pohnpei State.

Past Presidents of the FSM

Here is a list of all the people who have served as President of the Federated States of Micronesia.

Denotes acting president

No.	Portrait	Name (Born–Died)	Election	Time in Office			Political Party
No.	Portrait	Name (Born–Died)	Election	Started	Ended	Length of Service	Political Party
1		Tosiwo Nakayama (1931–2007)	1979 1983	11 May 1979	11 May 1987	8 years	Independent
2		John Haglelgam (1949–2024)	1987	11 May 1987	11 May 1991	4 years	Independent
3		Bailey Olter (1933–1999)	1991 1995	11 May 1991	8 November 1996	5 years, 181 days	Independent
—		Jacob Nena (1941–2022)	—	8 November 1996	8 May 1997	181 days	Independent
4		Jacob Nena (1941–2022)	—	8 May 1997	11 May 1999	2 years, 3 days	Independent
5		Leo Falcam (1935–2018)	1999	11 May 1999	11 May 2003	4 years	Independent
6		Joseph Urusemal (born 1951)	2003	11 May 2003	11 May 2007	4 years	Independent
7		Manny Mori (born 1949)	2007 2011	11 May 2007	11 May 2015	8 years	Independent
8		Peter Christian (born 1947)	2015	11 May 2015	11 May 2019	4 years	Independent
9		David Panuelo (born 1963)	2019	11 May 2019	11 May 2023	4 years	Independent
10		Wesley Simina (born 1961)	2023	11 May 2023	Incumbent	2 years, 45 days	Independent