Micronesia is a region in the western Pacific Ocean that comprises several islands and countries. The main countries and territories considered part of the Micronesia region include:
- Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) - A sovereign state consisting of four states: Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae.
- Palau - An independent republic made up of over 340 islands.
- Marshall Islands - An independent nation made up of atolls and islands, located between Hawaii and the Philippines.
- Nauru - A small island country in Micronesia, known for its phosphate mining.
- Kiribati - Includes several islands and atolls in the central Pacific, with portions in both Micronesia and Polynesia.
- Northern Mariana Islands - A commonwealth in political union with the United States.
- Guam - An unincorporated territory of the United States.
- Wake Island - A U.S. administered territory.
- Howland Island and Baker Island - Unincorporated U.S. territories, largely uninhabited.
These nations and territories share cultural and historical ties, but they may vary significantly in terms of governance and political status.