Today, Wednesday, 10 June 2026, in Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), the Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau officially handed over the Chairmanship of the Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) to his counterpart and host, the Honourable Minister Anthony Muller of RMI. In his departing remarks, Minister Tiwau stated: “Great things in tuna fisheries are never done by one minister or one nation. They are done by a team of nations, united by a shared vision and commitment across generations.” As part of the handover, Minister Muller accepted the traditional PNA chairmanship gift - Te Kaneati, a Kiribati fishing lure that symbolizes perfection, successful fishing, and the deep cultural ties between PNA nations and their ocean. Accepting the leadership helm, the new PNA Chair, Minister Muller, reaffirmed his clear vision for the organization: “Sustainable fisheries, greater value from our tuna resources, and lasting prosperity for PNA peoples.” The 21st PNA Ministerial Meeting, hosted this year by the Republic of the Marshall Islands, saw participation from Ministers of PNA member countries. The meeting was also attended by Her Excellency President Dr. Hilda Heine, traditional leaders, and fishing industry representatives from the Marshall Islands. The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources extended its sincere appreciation to the Government of the Marshall Islands and the Office of the Parties to the Nauru Agreement for their excellent hospitality and for organizing a highly successful 21st PNA Ministerial Meeting, as well as the preceding meetings of PNA Officials.