Majuro, Marshall Islands — January 31, 2026 – H.E. President Hilda C. Heine and First Gentleman Thomas Kijiner, Jr. are leading a delegation to Australia for an Official Visit.
During the visit, President Heine will engage in high-level discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across shared priorities, including development partnership, regional security, climate action, and people-to-people ties. The Official Visit reflects the Republic of the Marshall Islands’ commitment to deepening its long-standing relationship with Australia as a key regional partner.
Her Excellency is joined by Foreign Minister, Honorable Kalani Kaneko; Senator Bilimon Sonny Milne; Ambassador Junior Aini; Chief of Staff, Emma Kabua-Tibon; and officials from the Office of the President and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
While President Heine is on official travel, Minister of Finance, Banking and Postal Services, Honorable David Paul, will serve as Acting President.
