Pacific Islands nations are urging world leaders to adopt an ambitious global plastic treaty inspired by the successful Montreal Protocol to address the severe plastic pollution disproportionately impacting their region
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Pacific delegates adopt the first ever amendment to the Waigani convention
Parties to the Convention adopt the first ever amendment to the Waigani convention, aligning it with international efforts to combat plastic waste, marking a crucial step for Pacific environmental protection and sustainability
New Caledonia launches implementation of Ecosystem-based Adaptation to Climate Change project
The PEBACC+ project to strengthen the resilience of ecosystems, people and economies in response to escalating climate change-related challenges
Pacific delegates urged to make their voices heard in the latest global plastics treaty negotiations next month
Pacific delegates meet in Palau to further discuss Pacific strategies and seek endorsement on the PSIDS positions for the INC-3
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