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
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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
Samoa Launches its Fourth National State of Environment Report and National Environment Sector Plan
Samoa took a major step towards addressing its environmental challenges by launching key environment reports marking commitment to environmental sustainability and guiding future efforts
Pacific Island States propose crime of ecocide
Ecocide was introduced for consideration by the International Criminal Court, a major step toward criminalising mass environmental destruction under international law, with Pacific island nations leading the charge
UNSG issues a global ‘SOS’ on rising sea levels
UN Secretary-General issued a global SOS – Save Our Seas – from Tonga, warning that rising sea levels threaten the Pacific Islands and could lead to catastrophic impacts worldwide
UN chief urges climate justice for Pacific nations beset by rising oceans
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged international lenders and major polluters to provide fairer funding and increased contributions to help Pacific island nations combat the existential threat of climate change
Deep-sea mining continues in PNG despite moratorium
PNG’s commitment to a moratorium on deep sea mining is being questioned as seabed exploration in the Bismarck Sea resumes without prior notification to local communities
Sautu Voyage — The Uto Ni Yalo’s call for ocean protection and Pacific solidarity
The Uto ni Yalo embarks on a historic voyage to Tonga, promoting Pacific unity, sustainable sea transport, and ocean conservation at the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting
Vanuatu pushes ICC to recognise ecocide as international crime
Vanuatu’s UN representative has urged the International Criminal Court to recognise ecocide as the fifth international crime under the Rome Statute, emphasising the urgent need to protect the environment and hold perpetrators accountable
American Samoa Governor places moratorium on seabed mining
American Samoa Governor has issued a moratorium on seabed mining, citing significant risks to marine biodiversity and insufficient scientific understanding of deep-sea ecosystems