The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is a country located in the western Pacific Ocean, consisting of four main states: Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae. It is made up of over 600 islands, with a total land area of about 702 square kilometers. The capital city is Palikir, situated on Pohnpei Island. FSM has a population of approximately 100,000 people, with a diverse culture influenced by various Pacific traditions. The official languages are English, Chuukese, Pohnpeian, Yapese, and Kosraean. The country is a sovereign state in free association with the United States, which provides financial assistance and defense.