President Loeak Welcomes Ambassador: On September 6, Ambassador Armbruster presented his credentials to President Christopher Loeak in a brief ceremony with several Cabinet members in attendance. President Loeak warmly welcomed the Ambassador and expressed his hope that the RMI would work closely with the Embassy to deal with critical issues facing the country. The Ambassador highlighted the close, historic bonds between the RMI and the United States and underscored that the Marshall Islands is a key partner in the United States’ deepening commitment to the Pacific.