; (B) the Republic of the Marshall Islands; and (C) the Republic of Palau. 1103. National security councils of specified countries (a) In general The Secretary of State, in consultation with other relevant Federal departments and agencies, as appropriate, may consult and engage with each specified country to advise and provide assistance to a national security council (including by developing a national security council, if appropriate), or to identify a similar coordinating body for national security matters, comprised of citizens of the specified country— (1) that enables the specified country— (A) to better coordinate with the United States Government, including the Armed Forces, as appropriate; (B) to increase cohesion on activities, including emergency humanitarian response, law enforcement, and maritime security activities; and (C) to provide trained professionals to serve as members of the committees of the specified country established under the applicable Compact of Free Association