MAJURO, MARSHALL ISLANDS – October 18, 2025 – H.E. President Hilda C. Heine accepted the Letters of Credence of Mr. Mamadou Kane, accrediting him as the United Nations Resident Coordinator for Micronesia, underscoring the continued partnership between the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the United Nations.
President Heine conveyed sincere congratulations on Mr. Kane’s appointment and extended a warm welcome to the Republic of the Marshall Islands. President Heine noted the increasing engagement of the United Nations in the North Pacific and expressed the Government’s continued encouragement for an expanded and strengthened UN presence across the region.
During the meeting, President Heine underscored the significance of the RMI–UN Country Implementation Plan as the central framework guiding cooperation in support of national development priorities, expressing confidence that the Joint Steering Committee convening this week would further strengthen collaboration and facilitate tangible progress in addressing emerging needs. Building on this, President Heine highlighted the existential threat of climate change, calling for scaled-up support to advance national adaptation priorities and ensure equitable access to climate finance. She emphasized the importance of amplifying the voices and perspectives of frontline island nations in global climate negotiations, underscoring the need for urgent, collective action.
President Heine also reaffirmed the importance of a comprehensive and coordinated UN approach to addressing the nuclear testing legacy. This includes continued efforts on human rights, health, environmental remediation, and community resilience. President Heine further welcomed ongoing engagement and follow-up actions related to the Runit Dome and broader nuclear justice objectives, reflecting its commitment to sustainable recovery and resilience for affected communities.
President Heine expressed deep appreciation for the longstanding partnership with the United Nations and conveyed best wishes to Mr. Kane in the successful discharge of his duties.
