Latest news in Marshall Islands? September 8th, 2026
08-09-2026
- UN Resolution on Sea Level Rise: President Hilda Heine and the Marshallese government spearheaded a high-profile multinational coalition to formally introduce the first United Nations resolution prioritizing sea level rise on the global agenda at the UN General Assembly later this month. The Marshall Islands Journal
- Pacific Islands Forum & Regional Security: Following the 55th Pacific Islands Forum, the Marshall Islands continues to push for strict 24-hour advance notices for missile tests in the Pacific to safeguard regional waters, while coordinating with regional partners regarding development funding and maritime protection. Pacific Islands News Association
- Public Health Alert in Majuro: Health authorities remain focused on containing a localized outbreak of dengue fever (DENV-1 serotype) on Majuro Atoll, with active surveillance and vector control measures ongoing under the national Dengue Response Plan. deeparrival.com
- Compact Funding & Bilateral Defense Ties: Negotiations and discussions persist with U.S. counterparts regarding the implementation of the Compact of Free Association (COFA) to maintain local autonomy over project prioritization. Additionally, the government formalized a new State Partnership Program linking the Marshall Islands with the Nebraska and Guam National Guards. Marianas Business Journal