Palau’s President urged global action on climate change to protect vulnerable nations from rising sea levels and extreme weather impacts at the Summit of the Future
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Fiji reaffirms commitment to climate action
Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to climate action and called for urgent reforms to address climate finance challenges faced by Small Island Developing States
Protecting Sharks and Rays in Pacific Islands waters
Over one-third of sharks, rays, and chimaeras face extinction, prompting experts from across the Pacific and New Zealand to identify key habitats for protection in a groundbreaking effort to save these vital species
Niue champions community of practise to strengthen Pacific countries’ access to climate finance
Niue is leading a Pacific collaboration to strengthen climate action by gathering National Designated Authorities from across the region to share knowledge, build confidence, and enhance engagement with the Green Climate Fund
Australia and New Zealand back a second phase of the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project to beat sea level rise
Australia and New Zealand launched the second phase of the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project, an initiative aimed at safeguarding the nation’s vulnerable coastlines from the relentless threat of climate change
IUCN director general urges immediate action on climate crisis at Oceania Forum
As 2023 marks the hottest year on record, IUCN Director General warns that Oceania stands at a critical crossroads, facing an urgent need for action to combat the dual crises of biodiversity loss and climate change
Vanuatu leads the charge to make ecocide an International Crime
Vanuatu is leading a historic charge to make ecocide a recognised crime under international law, challenging the world to confront the devastating impact of environmental destruction
Protecting Tuvalu’s Nanumea Island from Sea Level Rise
Nanumea, Tuvalu’s remote island, is building innovative coastal defenses to protect its shores from rising seas and cyclones, with a groundbreaking adaptation project that’s transforming the community’s future
Lost bird for 55 years: rare goshawk photographed for the first time in Papua New Guinea
For the first time in 55 years, the elusive New Britain Goshawk has been snapped in PNG, providing a vital boost to conservation efforts for this vulnerable species, whilst WWF calls for more support for local communities driving these conservation efforts
Tuvalu uses high-resolution mapping to combat climate change
Amid rising sea levels, Tuvalu is creating a digital twin of its capital to enhance planning for climate change and natural disasters, capturing crucial data to guide the nation’s survival and adaptation strategies