Compact of Free Association Between the Marshall Islands and the United States

In 1986, the Marshall Islands entered into a significant Compact of Free Association with the United States, marking a pivotal moment in the islands' political and economic landscape. This agreement effectively ended the trusteeship established under United Nations Security Council Resolution 683 on December 22, 1990. The Compact provided the Marshall Islands with substantial financial support, including US$180 million allocated for the continued American use of Kwajalein Atoll, a critical military base for the U.S. Additionally, the agreement included US$250 million in compensation for the nuclear testing conducted in the region, which had lasting impacts on the local population and environment. Over the duration of the Compact, the Marshall Islands received a total of US$600 million in various payments, which were essential for the islands' development and infrastructure. This partnership not only solidified the strategic military relationship between the two nations but also aimed to foster economic growth and stability in the Marshall Islands, reflecting a commitment to mutual cooperation and support. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #MarshallIslands #CompactOfFreeAssociation #UnitedStates #KwajaleinAtoll #NuclearTestingCompensation