The Special Envoy for Climate Change and Environment for the Republic of Vanuatu, Ralph Regenvanu presented the opening oral submissions before the International Court of Justice in the Advisory Proceedings on the Obligations of States in respect of Climate Change on 2 December 2024. It is with a profound sense of urgency and responsibility that […]
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Pacific countries demand more finance and ambition to fight climate change
Pacific nations demand greater ambition despite COP29’s landmark $300 billion climate finance goal to address escalating global climate crises
COP29 Falls short: A betrayal of the vulnerable and failure of leadership
Civil society organisations have condemned COP29 as a catastrophic failure, accusing wealthy nations of betraying vulnerable communities by neglecting climate justice, equity, and adequate finance commitments
“We will not accept a treaty that does not recognise the special circumstances of SIDS”- Samoa as AOSIS chair
AOSIS demands that the global plastic pollution treaty at INC-5 recognise the unique vulnerabilities of SIDS, calling for stronger legal obligations and financial support to address the crisis
“1.5 to Stay Alive”: SPREP DG Nawadra urge action at COP29, Warn of existential threats
At COP29, the SPREP Director General urged world leaders to secure a meaningful climate agreement, emphasising that for PSIDS, survival hinges on limiting global warming to 1.5°C
Federated States of Micronesia call out fossil fuel industry at COP29
FSM’s Permanent Representative at COP29 called for swift global action to phase out fossil fuels and address climate finance needs
Samoa, as Chair of Alliance of Small Island States, call for “climate justice” for the unheard
As AOSIS Chair, Samoa urged world leaders at COP29 to prioritise climate justice and provide substantial financial support for adaptation, mitigation, and loss and damage to protect vulnerable communities
Don’t lose sight of 1.5 world, Solomon Islands reminds ‘finance COP’
Solomon Islands has urged COP29 to prioritise keeping global warming below 1.5°C while addressing the urgent need for accessible and just climate finance to protect vulnerable communities
“Save the Pacific, Save the World”: Forum SG Waqa’s urgent call at COP29
PIF Secretary-General has urged global leaders at COP29 to act swiftly on climate finance and emissions reductions, warning that climate change poses the greatest existential threat to Pacific nations
‘1.5 to stay alive not just a number, it has implications on loss of our nations, culture and identity’ – Samoa
Samoa, as Chair of AOSIS, has called for COP29 to prioritise tailored climate finance solutions for SIDS to address their unique vulnerabilities and ensure their survival amidst escalating climate impacts