Fiji’s Prime Minister expresses satisfaction with Japan’s test results showing no radioactive elements in Fukushima’s treated wastewater released into the Pacific Ocean
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Rufino Varea appointed Regional Director of PICAN
Rufino Varea, a distinguished expert in marine ecotoxicology and environmental risk assessment, has been appointed as the new Regional Director of the Pacific Islands Climate Action Network (PICAN)
Posted inStory / Tuvalu
ADB, Australia, Tuvalu handover new climate resilient boat harbour in Nui
Nui Island celebrated the handover of their new boat harbour, a vital infrastructure project that promises safer and more efficient transportation for the island’s residents
Posted inOur originals / Niue
Tiny Niue leads Ocean Conservation: New National Geographic documentary
Despite its small size, Niue is leading the way in ocean conservation with its ambitious marine protection initiatives, now featured in National Geographic’s documentary “Protecting Paradise: The Story of Niue.”
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
New Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer opens in Fiji, leading in a new era of farming innovation
The Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer (CATT), also known as the Smart Farm, opened in Nausori, Fiji to enhance sustainable agricultural practices and productivity through advanced technology and innovation
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AOSIS lead negotiator Rasmussen urges swift action and robust financing to address Climate threats
At the UN climate talks, the AOSIS Climate lead negotiator of Samoa highlighted the dire impacts of climate change on small island nations, stressing the urgent need for action to ensure their survival
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
Faith survives winds of change
As the Sigatoka River faces environmental threats from dredging and potential mining, headman Alipate Nainoca prays for wisdom and urges the community to embrace stewardship and resist greed
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AOSIS proposes new climate finance goal to drive 1.5°c ambition
AOSIS has proposed the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (NCQG) to boost financial support for limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius and aiding vulnerable nations
Posted inOur originals / Fiji
Marine species disappear amid dredging works
As dredging in the Sigatoka River continues, Kulukukulu Village suffers severe environmental damage, destroying vegetation and depleting marine life essential to the community
Posted inOur originals / Our region
Pacific Ocean Commissioner calls for global ocean literacy on World Ocean Day
On World Ocean Day, Pacific Ocean Commissioner Dr Manoni called for a deeper connection and respect for the ocean, stressing the importance of ocean literacy for future generations