PNG says plastics were introduced to “make life easy”, but studies have proven plastics are found in people.
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‘Nuclear not allowed’: PNG’s Marape backtracks on comments
“Nuclear is not allowed in our waters.” – PNG PM backtracked on his position regarding Japan’s proposed dumping of treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean
Japan begins tests at Fukushima amid Pacific debate on water release
Japan urged to honour its commitment made to the Pacific as it begins tests at Fukushima amid Pacific debate on water release
UN adopts ‘historic’ high seas treaty for conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity in over two-thirds of the ocean
UN adopts ‘historic’ agreement to strengthen the legal framework for the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in over two-thirds of the ocean
Beyond borders: Why new ‘high seas’ treaty is critical for the world
A landmark legally binding marine biodiversity agreement was adopted at the United Nations
Palau president visits Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant
Palau as a member of PIF continues dialogue with Japan over the scheduled release of treated and diluted water from the crippled plant
Fiji calls for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty at the UN Climate Talks in Bonn
Fiji reaffirms support for the Port Vila Call for a Just Transition to a Fossil Fuel Free Pacific and joins Pacific neighbours in calling for the development of a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
PNG PM Marape affirms Japan’s efforts in managing nuclear waste
PNG PM has reaffirmed Japan would not allow the discharge of the water into the ocean until safety has been confirmed based on scientific evidence, whilst environmental groups says PNG should not support Japan’s decision
Operation begins in Japan’s Fukushima to test contaminated water discharge equipment
The plan is described as “extremely selfish and irresponsible” by the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Forum, PIF independent experts and IAEA discuss science around Fukushima wastewater
PIF independent experts have continued to raise questions on critical issues that relate to the protection of oceanic ecosystems whilst IAEA has released a series of reports which point to a favourable finding for the release