Falcam says he sees hope in their lives to be contributing members of their community. He advised the youths to ask themselves what they can do as individuals and as a group to make a better 21st Century for themselves in generations to come. Falcam said there is a need to shift the focus from public sector to private sector development and that the youths have an important role to play. Their task is to build on the strong foundations already built by their predecessors who have attained nationhood and political independence, a great achievement, he stated.
Much works remains ahead towards achieving economic independence.
Falcam challenges the future generations to undertake their roles seriously and urgently. As FSM is a sovereign nation we must provide for ourselves. The financial assistance from the United States to FSM under the Compact of Free Association is secured until the year 2001. Although there will be negotiations for a continued relationship between the United States and FSM, it is uncertain whether the same level of financial support will continue. In view of this situation, a thorough and wide discussion should be held to find some answers.