Marshall Islands Permanent Mission in Geneva

09/03/2026

Thank you Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation!

09/03/2026

NUCLEAR VICTIMS REMEMBRANCE DAY
Geneva Commemoration, 6 March 2026
“Añin Jitbon Mar” – Spiritual Calling from our Islands

We extend our most sincere appreciation to the dignitaries, guests, friends, and family who joined us for this year’s Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day (NVRD) Commemoration.

A special thank you to our co-sponsors, our speakers who joined both in person and virtually, the entertainment committee, and the staff of the Permanent Mission of the Marshall Islands in Geneva. KOMMOLTATA for a job exceptionally well done. Your dedication and support truly made this year’s commemoration even more meaningful.

Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day is observed annually on 1 March. This year marked the 72nd anniversary of the Castle Bravo Test, which caused devastating humanitarian and human rights consequences for the Marshallese people.

As we approach the 80th anniversary of the start of nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands in 1946, the enduring legacy of the 67 tests conducted between 1946 and 1958 continues to profoundly impact our population, affecting health, environment, and fundamental human rights across multiple generations.

06/03/2026

NUCLEAR VICTIMS REMEMBRANCE DAY
Geneva Commemoration, 6 March 2026
“Añin Jitbon Mar” – Spiritual Calling from our Islands

Ignacio Packer is Executive Director of the Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation, a Swiss charitable foundation committed to promoting trust, ethical leadership, sustainable living and human security. With over 30 years of experience in humanitarian and development work, he worked at the European Bank for Latin America and then at KPMG, before becoming a recognised leader of NGOs and international alliances for over 25 years. An expert in human rights and social issues, he has been particularly involved in defending protection frameworks for migrants and refugees, especially children and young people.

Each year on 1 March, the Marshall Islands observe Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day, honouring those affected by the nuclear testing programme conducted between 1946 and 1958. This year, the Permanent Mission of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, together with the Caux Initiatives of Change Founda...

06/03/2026

NUCLEAR VICTIMS REMEMBRANCE DAY
Geneva Commemoration, 6 March 2026
“Añin Jitbon Mar” – Spiritual Calling from our Islands

(Recorded Statement of Ms Abacca Anjain-Maddison, who was scheduled to join us in person, but unfortunately her flights were cancelled due to the increasing tensions in the Middle East.)

Abacca Anjain-Maddison has devoted much of her professional life to serving the Government of the Marshall Islands. She currently serves as Deputy Chief Secretary in the Office of the Chief Secretary, a position she has held for 15 years. In this capacity, she oversees all government offices and agencies in Ebeye, Kwajalein Atoll, where she both lives and works.

As the eldest daughter, Ms. Anjain-Maddison chose to prioritize her family’s needs, forgoing higher education to fulfill her responsibilities. This profound sense of duty—to her family, her community, and her country—has guided her career and shaped her enduring commitment to improving the lives of others.

Ms. Anjain-Maddison is deeply passionate about advancing human rights and justice. Her advocacy began at the age of 16, when she became involved with the nuclear-affected community of Rongelap Atoll, working alongside her father, the late Senator Jeton Anjain. Over the years, she has travelled to numerous countries to speak about the nuclear legacy of the Republic of the Marshall Islands and World Peace.
From 2000 to 2007, she served in the Nitijela (Marshall Islands Parliament), representing the people of Rongelap Atoll, and was among the first women elected as Senator. In addition, she served on the Lolelaplap (Traditional Leaders Council) Coordinating Committee, also held the position as President for the Iju in Ean Women’s Club, and continues to contribute as an active member of the RMI Human Rights Committee Working Group.

Ms. Anjain-Maddison is particularly dedicated to mentoring the next generation. She is committed to ensuring that the children of her community grow up grounded in Marshallese culture, traditions, and way of life.

26/02/2026

President Hilda Heine Addresses the Human Rights Council at the High-Level Segment of its 61st Session

GENEVA – On 23 February 2026, at the opening of the 61st session of the Human Rights Council, Her Excellency Dr. Hilda C. Heine delivered a national statement during the High-Level Segment. The Republic of the Marshall Islands currently serves as a member of the Council.

In her address, President Heine underscored the importance of constructive multilateral engagement, dialogue, and cooperation in advancing the promotion and protection of human rights. She reaffirmed the Marshall Islands’ commitment to working with partners across regions to strengthen practical cooperation and shared understanding.

Recalling the ongoing impacts of the nuclear legacy in the Marshall Islands, President Heine expressed appreciation for the Council’s continued attention to the issue and noted that the RMI will seek the extension of the mandate for technical assistance from the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to support national efforts in addressing related human rights considerations. President Heine also highlighted the importance of collective action in responding to climate change, emphasizing the need for continued international collaboration to address its impacts, particularly for vulnerable nations.

In her concluding remarks, President Heine reaffirmed the Marshall Islands’ commitment to fulfilling its responsibilities as a member of the Human Rights Council and to working constructively with Member States and civil society to strengthen international human rights cooperation.

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20/01/2026

Ambassador Doreen de Brum offers greetings to the President of the Swiss Federation in Bern, Switzerland, on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, in the spirit of ushering in the New Year and reaffirming cordial relations.

16/01/2026

Ambassadorial Consultations, Majuro, January 2026

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25/11/2025

Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands
Visit of H.E. Jürg Lauber, President of the UN Human Rights Council
20–24 November 2025

H.E. Jürg Lauber completed a thoughtful and meaningful visit to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, taking time to listen, learn, and see firsthand the challenges faced by communities—from the impacts of climate change to broader social issues, including the enduring nuclear legacy.

During his stay in Majuro, President Lauber met with national leaders including H.E. President Hilda C. Heine, the Honorable Foreign Minister Kalani R. Kaneko, Speaker Brenson Wase, the Human Rights Committee, and the National Nuclear Commission. He also engaged with civil society organizations, the MICNGOs, and the people of Bikini residing on Ejit Island.

A highlight of the visit was President Lauber’s tour of the National Museum, along with field visits to climate-affected areas across the island, culminating in a trip to Bokin Botin that truly underscored the importance of land, the beauty of the islands, and the deep connection of the Marshallese people to the place they call home. “We have no intention of leaving our islands,” President Heine emphasized during their bilateral meeting.

The visit concluded with a debriefing with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National Commission, the Human Rights Committee as well as local media engagement with the Marshall Islands Journal.

President Lauber expresses his sincere appreciation to the Government and people of the Marshall Islands for their warm hospitality and constructive partnership. The visit also underscored the important role of the Marshall Islands as the only other Pacific Islands state to have served on the UN Human Rights Council, where it now sits for its second term.

10/11/2025

Join the RMI Delegation as they present their Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Report and Human Rights situation in the country. 9am - 12p (Geneva time).

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04/11/2025

November 11, 2025

Meeting of the Parties (COP 6) to the Minamata Convention. The Minamata Convention on Mercury is a global environmental treaty designed to protect human health and the environment from mercury pollution — one of the most toxic substances affecting ecosystems and people worldwide.

RMI is represented by General Manager, Moriana Phillip and RMI's Resident Ambassador in Geneva, Ambassador Doreen de Brum.

Minamata Convention -Why It Matters for the Marshall Islands

Given RMI’s ecosystem vulnerability and reliance on marine resources, mercury pollution could pose a risk to human health (from fish/seafood consumption) and environment (bioaccumulation in marine food webs).

RMI's accession to the Convention in 2019 signals the country’s commitment internationally to address mercury risks, and domestically it provides a framework for regulation, monitoring and mitigation measures.

Implementation of the treaty’s measures (e.g., limiting mercury in products, controlling emissions, managing waste) can help reduce long-term liabilities and environmental risks.

26/07/2025

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26/07/2025

RMI welcomes landmark climate ruling by the International Court of Justice

Hague, Netherlands - July 23, 2025 - On Wednesday, the International Court of Justice set out its advisory opinion on the obligations of states in respect of climate change. This was a significant step for climate justice, which provides legal confirmation of many of the arguments that RMI and other Pacific countries have made for decades.

The Court’s ruling confirms in law that 1.5 degrees Celsius is the legally binding temperature limit, for the sake of our collective future and the protection of human rights. The court also confirmed that the states that have profited the most and longest from fossil fuels, the root cause of the climate crisis, must take action to make fossil fuel companies align their business models with our planet’s survival. In a critical decision, the court ruled that if they fail, they can be subject to international liability for compensation to countries affected by the climate crisis.

In a year in which Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), or national climate targets, are due as part of Paris Agreement obligations, the court made clear that countries have to deliver the highest possible ambition in those NDCs. It also sets out that countries that fail to do so are subject to international scrutiny.

In an opinion particularly relevant to atoll nations, the court confirmed that no matter what happens to states’ territories as sea levels rise, maritime zones and sovereignty will be protected.

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