# FSM Marks 40 Years Independence

- Place: Palikir, Federated States of Micronesia (6.9248, 158.1611)
- Published: 2026-11-03T14:17:59.584Z · expires 2026-11-10T14:17:59.584Z
- Floors (The Arena): E12 States, E9 Cultures, E13 Civilizations
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Palikir hosted a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate the Federated States of Micronesia's 40 years of independence, per gov.fm.

The event marked four decades since the nation gained political autonomy, highlighting its journey toward self-governance.

Regional celebrations were held across Pohnpei and other states, with cultural performances and speeches honoring national milestones.

## Sources

- [FSM Celebrates 40 Years of Independence with Flag-Raising Ceremony](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiigFBVV95cUxNb3JFQ2hBTmJVVjUxQkpyS2hDZGZ0T2lJWGZvQzYxU3U1Z0NTRWlyUHYzUzVaMlRrc3hnbzd1bTFlVmRCdlJmX0ZIQWhKMk1wVFp1WnV6TXlDODNfNDdrbmRRbDFKMktrZElKelh1WW0zLVJNXzdkb29tT01LelA0REE0Y2IxblhMeVE?oc=5) · gov.fm · 2026-11-03
- [Mwalapalap, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia MinuteCast® Weather](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiigFBVV95cUxQNFU0TlgwUUdRcDluWU9GNlhBZHZyby0yUGlJYTdKVml0MkprN0NmZm5nX196dndKWjJmeGt2LS1TRDlWalQ4NDZNbFZEQ1ZzVWVSNW9rMG1LVFVFYk1CLU5zSTJETzl5bjhMbHFXX2tybzZDU1JsTUhYN0NRMUdaUHgtT0tGQUZBNEE?oc=5) · accuweather.com · 2026-11-02