-9— Palau. Further discussion of this subject with Palau or the negotiation by Palau of another future political status arrangement acceptable to the United States should not delay our approval of the Compact for the Federated States of Micronesia and e the Marshall Islands. I urge the Senate and the House to take early, positive action to approve the Compact of Free Association which, when it enters into force, will become law in accordance with its provisions. The peoples of the Federated States of Micronesia and the Marshall Islands have spoken loudly and clearly at the negotiating table and in their plebiscites. They deeply desire to implement their chosen future political status. More importantly, they fervently seek a new relationship with the United States, founded in mutual agreement and equality and deserving of the highest and best traditions of our beloved country. Sincerely, Ronald Reagan Enclosures: Proposed Joint Resolution; Section-by-Section Analysis of the Compact; Related Agreements.