he UN Secretary-General called for a significant increase in climate finance to protect vulnerable nations like those in the Pacific from the escalating threats of rising sea levels
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UN Secretary-General calls for massive increase in climate finance for Pacific Island Nations
UN Chief urged a significant increase in climate finance for Pacific Island nations like Samoa, stressing the need for immediate funding and reforms to address the severe impacts of climate change and enhance resilience efforts
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Samoa: From climate victims to leaders
Despite facing soaring sea levels, rising prices, and geopolitical strains, Samoa has emerged as a resilient leader in climate action, drawing global attention to its efforts and the urgent need for international support
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UN Secretary-General calls for urgent global action to protect the Pacific Ocean
The UN Secretary-General urged immediate global action to protect the Pacific Ocean from climate change, pollution, and overfishing, calling for ratification of the new marine biodiversity agreement
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Vanuatu appoints Ralph Regenvanu as Special Envoy for Climate Change and Environment
Vanuatu has appointed Ralph Regenvanu as its Special Envoy for Climate Change and Environment to lead the nation’s global climate advocacy efforts
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Kalokolevu Village unites in mangrove restoration to combat climate change
Kalokolevu Village united to plant mangroves and commit to ongoing conservation efforts, recognising their vital role in combating climate change and protecting their coastal ecosystem
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Pacific voices demand stronger Global Plastic Treaty
Pacific voices are urging a strong Global Plastic Treaty with binding rules to tackle the escalating plastic pollution crisis, calling for comprehensive rules on product bans, design requirements, and equitable implementation
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India reaffirms commitment to Climate Action at Fiji Parliament
India’s President reaffirmed its dedication to climate action and praised Fiji’s significant global contributions, emphasising a united effort to tackle rising sea levels and other climate challenges
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Fiji secures US$70 million loan for climate resilience and sustainable growth
Fiji secures US$70 million concessional loan from ADB to bolster climate resilience and sustainable growth, focusing on public financial management, private sector development, and climate and disaster resilience
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Artivist turns trash into treasure: A fight against plastic pollution
Suzanne Turaganiwai, a marine science graduate turned “artivist,” transforms marine debris into striking art pieces to raise awareness about plastic pollution and advocates for systemic change