Hirohisa Soma

Japan supports fire trucks

Japan supports fire trucks

Japan and Marshall Islands officials signed a Japan Grassroots and Human Security Grant for $154,839 to purchase three recycled fire trucks for Majuro. Japan Ambassador Hirohisa Soma and RMI Police Commissioner Hemona Jack signed the agreement Tuesday at the Japan Embassy in Majuro. The signing was witnessed by Minister-In-Assistance to the President and Environment Bremity […]

IOM-Japan sign food deal

IOM-Japan sign food deal

Japan Ambassador Hirohisa Soma and International Organization for Migration office head Hilary Vanderwey signed an agreement earlier this week that sets in motion a two-year plan to strengthen Majuro and Wotje local food systems. The project, supported by Japan and to be implemented by IOM in collaboration with the Ministries of Education and Natural Resources […]

Sea Patrol opens new HQ

Sea Patrol opens new HQ

A well-attended event celebrating completion and opening of the new MIPD Sea Patrol headquarters in Delap happened Saturday afternoon. Japan Ambassador Hirohisa Soma was on hand to cut the ribbon with MIPD Commissioner Hemona Jack, as well as hand over the ceremonial key to Justice Minister Wisely Zackras. Lively music from the AIM Band lent […]

Japan hands over reservoir

Japan hands over reservoir

WILMER JOEL  A new 11.5 million gallon water reservoir was handed over from the government of Japan to the Majuro Water and Sewer Company last Wednesday. The water storage capacity of MWSC has expanded to over 47 million gallons, augmenting the six existing reservoirs. The new reservoir, which is worth over $14 million, took 18 […]

Ports upgrades celebrated

Ports upgrades celebrated

A major upgrade to four points of entry into the Marshall Islands has been accomplished, strengthening preparedness against infectious diseases.   The initiative supported by the government of Japan and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) partnered with multiple RMI agencies to provide substantial improvements at four main entry points: Amata Kabua International Airport, Ebeye Seaport, […]