Pacific delegates meet in Palau to further discuss Pacific strategies and seek endorsement on the PSIDS positions for the INC-3
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Pacific civil society denounce Fiji PM’s alarming stance on fossil fuels
Pacific civil society expresses disappointment with Fiji’s PM for suggesting a ‘realistic’ approach to Australian coal and gas production, considering the climate crisis and calls for an end to fossil fuel projects globally, as it threatens the Pacific’s existence
EU-Pacific Policy Dialogue advocates stronger ocean governance and policy implementation
Dr Manoni stressed the importance of aligning efforts to achieve regional ocean priorities and highlighted the significance of traditional knowledge
Pacific countries urged to stand united and leave no stone unturned as they chart path to COP28
Pacific countries urged to stand united and leave no stone unturned as they gather to consolidate positions and messages on priority thematic areas ahead of the UNFCCC COP28, stressing the urgent need for global climate action
Pacific countries demand accountability and responsibility on climate finance
Pacific countries urged major greenhouse gas emitters to fulfill their pledges and financially support Pacific countries most affected by climate change, emphasising the urgency of the situation due to worsening effects
Asia Pacific environment ministers commit to action to tackle shared planetary challenges
Environment Ministers and officials in the Asia-Pacific region pledged concerted action to combat climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, seeking to restore planetary balance and safeguard communities
EU and Kiribati agree on a new fisheries protocol to their sustainable fisheries partnership agreement
EU and Kiribati signed a new fisheries protocol granting EU vessels access to the Pacific’s richest and healthiest tuna stocks, supporting sustainable fishing practices and providing financial support for Kiribati’s fisheries sector
IAEA to conduct first extensive sampling of Marine Environment near Fukushima Daiichi since start of treated water release
IAEA to conduct first extensive sampling of Marine Environment near Fukushima Daiichi supporting environmental monitoring, technical assessment, and safety standards evaluation related to the treated water release into the Pacific Ocean
Samoa Government wants stronger disaster awareness
On the 14th anniversary of the 2009 tsunami, Samoa’s Acting PM stressed the need for greater climate crisis awareness, urging stronger global efforts to address climate change impacts while affected families recover and relocate to safer places
Second phase for ecosystem-based adaptation to climate change efforts begins for Fiji’s Garden Island
The PEBACC+ Project Phase 2 is working to enhance resilience in Taveuni Island by safeguarding its ecosystems and implementing nature-based solutions to combat climate change impacts and involving community engagement