Resilience and Renewal: The Promise of the Marshall Islands

The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) is a small sovereign island nation located in the Pacific Ocean. The country is composed of 29 coral atolls and five single islands, with a total land area of just 70 square miles.

The population of the RMI is an estimated 43,000 based on the 2021 census and who are predominantly of Marshallese descent. The country’s official languages are Marshallese and English, and its currency is the US dollar. The capital and largest city is Majuro.

The Head of State is the President and the Speaker of the Parliament serves as the head of government. The country has a unicameral Parliament, known as the Nitijela, which consists of 33 members who are elected to four-year terms.

The country is known for its distinct culture and traditions, including weaving and the unique navigation skills of its seafarers.

The RMI is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, including sea-level rise, ocean acidification, and extreme weather events. In response, the RMI has taken a number of initiatives to address climate change, including setting ambitious climate targets, promoting renewable energy, and advocating for global action on climate change.