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Nena Member of Close-up Foundation Board of Advisors

PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM Information Service): June 3, 1997 - FSM President Jacob Nena accepted an invitation extended in a May 12, 1997, letter from President of the Close-up Foundation, Stephen A. Janger, to sit on the Close-up Foundation's Board of Advisors. President Nena's response letter was dated May 17, 1997.

As a Board Member, Nena commits to the pursuit of quality educational opportunities that the Foundation has extended to many FSM youths.

We are committed to continue and strengthen the local Close-up activities in the FSM. Nena stated, adding, that he is looking forward to working with other Board Members.