Marshall Islands

A notable development in the Marshall Islands involved the passing of prominent leaders and figures, including Ruben Zackhras, Bruce Kijiner, Tomaki Juda, and others. Zackhras, a long-serving senator and key figure in the drafting of the Marshall Islands' constitution, left behind a legacy of public service spanning over four decades. Tomaki Juda, one of the last surviving members displaced by U.S. nuclear testing in 1946, played a pivotal role in advocating for radiological studies and securing nearly $200 million in compensation for the people of Bikini Atoll. The period also saw the rise of Kewan Jela, a Facebook group with over 20,000 members, which has significantly influenced political discourse in the Marshall Islands. Additionally, the study highlights ongoing debates around constitutional reforms, nuclear disarmament, and digital currency adoption.

Labriola, M. C. (2020). Marshall Islands. The Contemporary Pacific, 32(1), 201–212. https://doi.org/10.1353/cp.2020.0012