U.S. Embassy Majuro recently hosted a celebration to mark the 249th Independence Day of the United States. The event took place at Delap Dock and featured the crew of the visiting USS Cincinnati, emphasizing the strong relationship between the United States and the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Among those present were Foreign Minister Kalani Kaneko, his wife Lorraine, senators, commissioners, and members of various sectors including diplomatic corps, business, academia, religion, and traditional leadership. Military officials such as Joint Task Force Micronesia Commander Rear Adm. Joshua Lasky and U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll Commander Colonel Matthew Cannon also attended.
Attendees had the chance to tour the USS Cincinnati, showcasing its advanced capabilities and reflecting America's commitment to security in the Pacific region. The tours highlighted openness and partnership in U.S.-Marshall Islands relations.
Joshua Murray, Consular Chief at the Embassy, served as Master of Ceremonies for an evening that also introduced Greg D’Alesandro as the new Deputy Chief of Mission. Remarks from Foreign Minister Kaneko were followed by comments from U.S. Ambassador Laura Stone. Rear Adm. Lasky provided a toast celebrating partnerships between nations.
The night included American Line Dancing with embassy staff and sailors from USS Cincinnati joining in. Ailuk dancers performed a traditional jojo dance highlighting Marshallese cultural heritage.
The embassy expressed gratitude to all participants for making Bo July a successful celebration of both American independence and enduring bilateral partnerships.