Pacific nations unite to combat escalating crisis of plastic pollution, emphasising the dire impacts on oceans, health, environment, economy, and cultures while advocating for international treaties and collective stakeholder involvement
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Kiwa Initiative launches second round of project proposals for Pacific
Kiwa Initiative opens a new call for proposals to 19 eligible countries in the Pacific, which runs from 20 September to 12 November 2023, to enhance climate resilience in the Pacific through Nature-based Solutions
Marine ecologist highlights urgent need to protect seagrass ecosystem for climate resilience
Marine ecologist stresses the urgent need to protect seagrass meadows for climate resilience and “blue foods”, highlighting their vital role in protecting coastal communities and providing valuable resources
USAID Climate Ready project mobilises US$562 million for Pacific Island countries’ climate resilience
USAID Climate Ready project mobilises US$562 million that will benefit more than 800,000 people in the Pacific for climate resilient and climate change adaptation goals
Findings of Fiji’s Ocean Expedition will be available within a year
Fiji’s first ocean expedition in over a century will finalise its findings for at least a year and aid crucial decisions regarding ocean health and sustainability
Policies and global agreements must benefit rural dwellers, says Veitayaki
Dr Joeli Veitayaki emphasises the need for policies and international agreements to benefit marginalised rural communities and stresses the importance of traditional knowledge in ocean management
Ocean Commissioner Pleads for Strong Leadership and Governance
The Pacific Ocean Commissioner calls for strong leadership, policy, science, and traditional knowledge in ocean management, emphasising the need for regional and global cooperation to address pressing challenges
Pacific Islands Forum Women Leaders unite to address gender equality and climate action
Pacific Political Climate Champion for GESI urged innovation and action, calling for the creation of opportunities and spaces for women’s voices to be heard.
Fiji’s Nuclear Veteran sheds light on the nuclear testing operations
Fiji’s Nuclear Veteran, Nacanieli Seru sheds light on the nuclear testing operations and potential health consequences they experienced
The long-lasting consequences of nuclear testing in the Pacific region
Marshall Islands is committed to raising awareness and seek justice for the devastating impacts of nuclear testing, says Ambassador of RMI to Fiji