AOSIS leaders have declared that climate change will not undermine the sovereignty or statehood of small island nations, emphasising that their maritime rights and international status remain intact despite rising sea levels
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The ‘very fabric’ of nations at risk from rising sea levels, says Tuvalu PM Teo
Tuvalu’s Prime Minister urgently called for global action to combat rising sea levels, highlighting that for over one billion people, the threat is a daily reality, not a distant concern
Marshall Islands calls for global accountability on Climate, Nuclear testing, and Human rights at UNGA
At the 79th UNGA, Marshall Islands President called for urgent global action on climate change, nuclear legacy, and human rights, urging world leaders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of vulnerable nations
Urgent plea from PNG Minister: Action needed now to combat sea-Level rise
Papua New Guinea’s Environment Minister warned that rising sea levels pose a “twin disaster” for Pacific nations, threatening their cultures, security, and livelihoods, and urged immediate global action
Solomon Islands calls for urgent global response to sea level rise at UN Summit
Solomon Islands Environment Minister called for urgent global action on sea level rise, warning that the escalating crisis is already displacing communities and threatening the very existence of Pacific nations
NASA analysis shows irreversible Sea level rise for Pacific Islands
Pacific Island nations like Tuvalu, Kiribati, and Fiji are facing an inevitable 8-inch sea level rise by 2050, threatening widespread flooding and endangering coastal communities
Nauru’s President Adeang calls for urgent action on Climate, Ocean mining, and UN reform at UNGA
Nauru’s President urged global leaders at the UNGA79 to address climate change, financial inequality, and deep-sea mineral management, emphasising international cooperation and the need for urgent reforms
Fiji names Minister Bainivalu as Commonwealth Climate advocacy champion
Fiji’s Fisheries and Forestry Minister, Alitia Bainivalu appointed as the Advocacy Champion for the Commonwealth Living Lands Charter
Urgent global climate action needed, says Forum Chair Sovaleni
Tonga’s PM called for urgent global climate action, emphasising the existential threat climate change poses to the Pacific Islands and urged world leaders to fulfill their emissions reduction and climate finance commitments
Samoa PM Mata’afa calls for fair global governance for Island states
Samoa’s PM called for global action to address the pressing challenges of climate change, economic instability, and debt faced by SIDS, stressing that their future is linked to global sustainability and resilience efforts