The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has extended his greetings and felicitations to the Government and people of Marshall Islands on the occasion of their Constitution Day. (May 01, 2016).

In a message to His Excellency H.E. Dr. (Ms) Hilda C. Heine, the President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the President has said, "On behalf of the Government, the people of India and on my own behalf, it is my pleasure to extend warm greetings and felicitations to Your Excellency and the Government and people of Marshall Islands on the occasion of your Constitution Day.

India and Marshall Islands have traditionally enjoyed warm and cordial relations, based on respect, goodwill and mutual understanding. I am confident that the friendship and cooperation between our two countries will continue to strengthen in the years to come to the mutual benefit of our peoples. India continues to support the Marshall Islands with its developmental needs. I firmly believe that in the near future, our joint initiatives in the areas of renewable energy, healthcare and Information Technology will help create a solid foundation for further enhancing this valued partnership.

I take this opportunity, Excellency, to convey to you my best wishes for your good health and well-being, and for the progress and prosperity of the friendly people of the Marshall Islands.

Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration”.

This Press Release issued at 1135 hrs.