Visit to the Federated States of Micronesia, February 2011

Parliamentary Secretary Richard Marles in Pohnpei watching a Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) Soccer Association match between local men’s soccer teams on 2 February 2011. [Commonwealth/official photographer]

Marles speaking with AFP federal agent Steve Hamilton, advisor to the Micronesian Transnational Crime Unit. Also pictured are two officers attached to the MTCU, Ms Dolyn Tell of Palau and Mr George Skilling of FSM.

Mr Marles with the staff of the Australian Embassy in Pohnpei. From left to right: Front row - Layleen Oliver, Jovian Samor, Serlynn Kersey, Michael Kulesza (visit support from Canberra). Back row L-R: Patrick Blank, Nic Notarpietro (delegation), Ambassador Susan Cox, Mr Marles, Kendy Ikosia, Casey Parker.

Mr Marles, flanked by Tony Huber and Nic Notarpietro (delegation) and FSM national police escort Mr Swaichy Rudolph at the ruins of Nan Madol in Pohnpei.

During a break in the soccer match, Mr Marles was able to address the two mens soccer teams. At far left is Mr. Steven Finnen, FSM Football Association President and Pohnpei State Governor John Ehsa. (Note: Sean Dorney is behind Marles taking video)