Volcanologist says there’s a resettlement scheme to help people affected by the volcanic disaster relocate to other islands in Tonga as small-scale eruptions are expected
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Farmers need to be part of disaster risk talks
World Farmers Organisation board member says there is a need for farmers to be part of the disaster risk reduction discussion in terms of forecasts and multi-warning systems
Fiji and the Pacific raise climate concerns
Over 40 vulnerable communities in Fiji need to be relocated due to the impact of climate change
Keeping Pacific biodiversity SAFE
A project supports Pacific Island countries to improve biosecurity and combat the rapid loss of biodiversity in the region
Disaster risk support needs better alignment with national priorities: Seruiratu
Fiji urges development partners to align their support and simplify processes and systems for accessing disaster risk reduction financing
Disaster readiness at the community level is critical: Fiji NDMO Director Soko
Fiji continues to disseminate disaster mitigation measures to people at the community level. Fiji NDMO Director says saving lives from the impacts of climate change remains a top priority.
Island states back Vanuatu’s quest for climate justice at the UN
Pacific and Caribbean nations back Vanuatu’s call for climate justice at UN’s main judicial arm
Citizens’ voices needed on disaster risk reduction
Nauru’s Secretary for National Emergency Services hopes to hear the grassroot level of needs in terms of resilience, preparation and recovery at the Disaster Risk Reduction meeting
Australian PM Albanese says climate change top issue for Pacific island nations
Australia commits to take ambitious action on climate change and strengthen its defence and maritime partnerships in the Pacific region
Palau Government seeks more value from tuna fishing
Palau seeks opportunities to get more value out of its tuna fisheries that will also contribute to Palau’s food security and the tourism industry