Security Alert – Worldwide Caution, October 20, 2023

Subject: Security Alert – Worldwide Caution, October 20, 2023 Location: Worldwide Caution Event: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. U.S. citizens should: • Stay alert …

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Two Thousand Books Contributed by the United States Government and the Asia Foundation to Counter Trafficking in Persons in the RMI

July 14, 2023 – The United States Government, in partnership with the Asia Foundation, held a book handover ceremony at the U.S. Embassy’s chancery. Four Marshallese organizations received books from the Asia Foundation as part of the Foundation’s contribution to the USAID supported Pacific Regional Initiative. The Pacific Regional Initiative strives to counter trafficking in …

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Climate Activist Poet Kathy Jetnil- Kijiner Visits Ebeye, Kwajalein

Internationally acclaimed Marshallese climate change activist, poet and performance artist Kathy Jetñil-Kijiner made a recent visit to communities on Ebeye and Kwajalein to share her creative work, meet with students and deliver school writing workshops. Jetñil-Kijiner is known throughout the world for her powerful spoken word poetry. Her work intermingles the urgent call for global …

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U.S. Embassy Majuro – “Gender Equality Today for a sustainable tomorrow” Photo Contest.

U.S. Embassy Majuro – “Gender Equality Today For a Sustainable Tomorrow” Photo Contest. In celebration of Women’s History Month, the U.S. Embassy in Majuro invites Facebook friends in the Marshall Islands to take part in the “Gender Equality Today For a Sustainable Tomorrow” photo contest (see eligibility details below). Participants should submit one photo of …

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U.S. Embassy Majuro – “My Culture, Ao Manit” Video Contest

U.S. Embassy Majuro – “My Culture, Ao Manit” Video Contest  In celebration of Marshall Islands Culture (Manit) Day, the U.S. Embassy in Majuro invites Facebook friends in the Marshall Islands to take part in the My Culture, Ao Manit, video contest (see eligibility details below). Participants should submit one video that represents the videographer’s interest …

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Call for Proposals

Public Affairs Section P.O. Box 1379 Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands, MH 96960 Telephone: (692)-247-4011 Email: MajuroPD@state.gov   U.S. Embassy Majuro – Call for Small Grant Proposals U.S. Embassy Majuro is soliciting proposals for our 2021 Small Grants Program. Only non-government organization (NGOs) operating in the Republic of the Marshall Islands are eligible to …

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The United States Provides over $2 million in support Women’s Empowerment across the Freely Associated States

    For Immediate Release January 25, 2021 The United States Provides over $2 million in support Women’s Empowerment across the Freely Associated States. Majuro, Marshall Islands – The United States awarded a grant of $2,050,500 to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) – Micronesia for implementing projects designed to address women’s and girl’s issues …

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STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO On the Passing of Former Marshallese President Litokwa Tomeing

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO October 19, 2020 On the Passing of Former Marshallese President Litokwa Tomeing On behalf of the Government of the United States, I want to convey my deepest condolences to the family of former President Litokwa Tomeing and to …

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Ambassador Cabral Message for Independence Day.

July 4 is the day that Americans around the world celebrate our independence. Every year we have a chance to reflect on what it means to be an independent country, but this year has shown how important it is to be able to make independent decisions for the health and safety of our own citizens. …

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PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 1, 2020

Jen Secrtary of State, Michael R. Pompeo – Naan in Kejeraman Nan President in RMI kab Armij in Majel. Republic of the Marshall Islands National Day PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 1, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend our warm congratulations to the …

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Press Release for RMI on CDC COVID-19

FACT SHEET  U.S. Assistance to the Republic of the Marshall Islands on COVID-19  The U.S. government continues to work closely with the government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands to prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.  U.S. Embassy Majuro is closely coordinating with U.S. interagency partners including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Health …

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Department of State’s Global Effort To Bring Americans Home – PRESS STATEMENT

MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MARCH 24, 2020 The Department of State is rising to meet the historic challenge posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, every day, all over the world. We have no higher duty than to protect American citizens, and have launched an unprecedented global effort to bring home our citizens from every corner of the globe. As of …

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Health Travel Restrictions Issued by the Marshall Islands – January 31, 2020

The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) has issued travel restrictions for all persons travelling via air or sea from the People’s Republic of China, Macau, or Hong Kong.  Travelers arriving from these areas will be denied entry into the Marshall Islands until March 2, 2020.  Please click  here for the January 31, 2020, RMI Health …

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Security Alert- January 7, 2020

Location: The Republic of the Marshall Islands Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware …

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Ambassador Stewart remarks during 243rd Independence day Celebration.

Hello, everyone.  My name is Karen Stewart and I am the American Ambassador to the Marshall Islands. Today, Americans are celebrating 243 years of the independence of our country.  This year the Marshall Islands also celebrates forty years of its own constitution as an independent nation.  Together we celebrate our commitment to liberty, democracy, and …

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Recruiting Citizen Liaison Volunteers

U.S. Embassy Majuro is recruiting Citizen Liaison Volunteers (CLVs) to participate in the American Liaison Network.  Formerly known as the “Consular Warden Program,” the American Liaison Network is a key component of the U.S. Embassy’s efforts to ensure the safety and security of U.S. citizens in the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). U.S. Embassies …

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Climate Ready Course in Majuro

Ambassador Stewart opened the USAID-funded Climate Ready Project Management Course that was held at Majuro’s USP campus.  The course was attended by a cross-section of government officials, NGOs, and private sector leaders.  This is the fourth training course organized by USAID, through its Ready Project, in partnership with the University of the South Pacific’s Pacific …

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Statement from Ambassador Stewart: International Human Rights Day

As former Acting Assistant Secretary for the Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, International Human Rights Day holds special significance for me.  I was pleased to see the various activities in the Marshall Islands during the 16 Days of Activism, some of which I participated in personally, and which the Embassy …

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Music and Clean Water for RMI

California-based band, Culture Crew ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSsTiKeg7T4 ), Hawaii-based reggae-star Big Pati ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVTlz19Dmig) , and California-based NGO Let It Flow ( http://letitflow.org/ ) are here in the Marshall Islands to share their music and talk about the importance of clean water.  Let It Flow will also donate 200 long-use water filters.  The group started in Majuro and will …

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Message for U.S. Citizens

Important Notice Regarding Social Security: Starting October 1, 2017, if you reside in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and have questions regarding services provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA), you must contact the SSA Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in Manila. For more information on their services and how to contact them, please …

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All Interested Marshallese Owned Companies

To:            All Interested Marshallese Owned  Companies What:      Information Exchange For Potential Prime  Contract Bidders. When:      TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2017 at 6:00 – 8:00 pm Where:    U.S. ARMY GARRISON – KWAJALEIN ATOLL U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command / Army Forces Strategic Command would like to invite representatives of Marshallese-owned companies that are interested in …

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IRS Implementing Significant Changes to Individual Taxpayer Identification Number Program

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is implementing significant changes to the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) program under the PATH Act of 2015 .  The new law means that any ITIN not used on a federal tax return at least once in the last three years will no longer be valid as of January 1, 2017 for use on …

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ASVAB Enlistment test

The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the Honolulu MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) testing section will be offering the ASVAB Enlistment test in Majuro on January 24, 25 and 27, 2017 at the International Convention Center (ICC). Pre-registration starts at noon and the ASVAB begins at 1 pm. For more information, please contact the US …

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World Water Day 2014

The Marshall Islands and Embassy Majuro marked World Water Day this Saturday on March 22.  With the 2013 drought still very much in everyone’s mind no one needs to tell the RMI how important, and precious, water is.  This Saturday there was a walk from the College of the Marshall Islands to Delap Park.  Later …

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