Litokwa Tomeing

ModernPoliticianMarshall Islands1939 — ?

Marshall Islands president, briefly.

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Quick Facts

Born

1939

Country

Marshall Islands

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)25

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)35

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score35.6

Litokwa Tomeing — Complete Timeline

2008 AD

Elected President of the Marshall IslandsPolitical Action◆ Major

Litokwa Tomeing was elected President by the Nitijela in January 2008, succeeding Kessai Note. His election came after a coalition of opposition members and defectors from the ruling party formed a new government, reflecting the fluidity of Marshallese politics.

ElectionCoalitionGovernment

Impact: national

2009 AD

Ousted in a no-confidence votePolitical Action◆ Major

Tomeing was removed from office in October 2009 after a no-confidence vote in the Nitijela. The vote was triggered by political disputes over budget allocations and cabinet appointments, making his presidency one of the shortest in Marshall Islands history.

No-confidencePolitical CrisisShort Tenure

Impact: nationaldestructive