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.”
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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
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
ICJ extends deadline for written comments on climate obligations
The International Court of Justice extends the deadline for states and organisations to submit written comments on climate obligations under international law until 15 August 2024
Pacific science body welcomes global maritime ruling as a win for science and the Blue Pacific
SPC welcomes the ITLOS ruling, which recognises states’ legal obligations to monitor and reduce emissions impacting the marine environment, validating decades of evidence-based Pacific science
Rediscovering the lost Kulawai: Fiji’s effort to save a vanishing bird
In the lush forests of Fiji, the critically endangered Red-throated Lorikeet, once a familiar sight, has not been seen since 1993 despite exhaustive searches and conservation efforts
A mother’s battle against rising tides in Fiji’s Lobau village
In the small Fijian village of Lobau, single mother Asilika Matavola leads a fight against climate change, as rising tides and coastal erosion threaten their ancestral home and livelihoods
From Devastation to Determination: Villagers’ Resilience After TC Winston Inspires Hope for Future Generations
Amidst the aftermath of Cyclone Winston, Verevere youths embark on an urban journey to rebuild their coastal home, embracing environmental stewardship and resilience, while women preserve traditions and empower their communities
Major milestone reached in historic climate judgement as States submit arguments to world’s highest court
As the deadline for State submissions to the ICJ on climate change passes, global efforts unite with Pacific Island nations leading the charge toward a pivotal moment in shaping international legal obligations for climate justice
Small Islands: COP29 Presidency must commit to urgent delivery of Climate commitments
AOSIS urges COP29 Presidency for bold commitments, emphasising ambitious NDCs and robust Climate Finance Goals to tackle worsening climate impacts on vulnerable small island states