HONOLULU, HAWAII – February 23, 2026 – Her Excellency President Hilda C. Heine, at the margins of The Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit, met with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Major General George Rowell of the Indo-Pacific Command, for discussions on key bilateral priorities.
The meeting reaffirmed the strong and enduring partnership between the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the United States, anchored in shared security interests, economic cooperation, and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.
Discussions focused on advancing priority infrastructure projects, including maritime and aviation upgrades, energy security, fisheries development, and digital connectivity. President Heine emphasized that a stronger economy supports national security and welcomed continued cooperation to improve infrastructure that benefits both civilian needs and security operations, while promoting private sector growth.
Both sides also discussed trade matters, Compact implementation, and preparations for upcoming Government-to-Government consultations in Washington, D.C., aimed at ensuring smooth and coordinated implementation of shared commitments.
President Heine reiterated that the Republic of the Marshall Islands remains a close and steadfast partner of the United States in advancing shared prosperity, security, and stability across the Pacific
