In the peaceful depths of the Pacific, Dr Shalini Singh unveils the vital role of seagrasses in marine ecosystems, urging for their conservation amidst mounting threats
Tag: Pacific
Kiribati begins Marine Spatial Planning journey with the Pacific BioScapes Programme
Kiribati begins marine spatial planning, seeking to sustainably manage its vast ocean resources for ecological, economic, and social benefits with the Pacific BioScapes Programme
Pacific preparations for INC-4 provides common understanding on key issues ahead of Ottawa
Pacific countries move closer to finalising preparations for INC-4 on plastic pollution after successful regional workshop in New Zealand, aiming for unified Pacific voice
World’s top emitters need to be reminded, despite pledges to Pacific Resilient Facility
Zarak Khan stressed that while big nations are committing funds to the Pacific Resilient Facility, they should also remember their responsibility towards the climate impacts faced by the blue Pacific continent
Pacific Resilience Facility gains momentum
Director of Programmes and Initiatives at the PIFS outlined plans for the urgent establishment of the Pacific Resilience Facility, seeking to mobilise $250 million this year for climate and disaster preparedness initiatives
Samoa, as AOSIS Chair, encouraged by work of Pacific SIDS in plastics treaty negotiations
Samoa, as the Chair of AOSIS, applauds the progress of PSIDS in strengthening their capacity to advocate for a binding treaty on plastic pollution, voicing support for their engagement and coordination ahead of the INC-4 session
Why the INC process matters to the Kingdom of Tonga and Solomon Islands
As plastic pollution continues to ravage Tonga and Solomon Islands, officials lead efforts to combat the crisis, stressing the urgent need for action in international negotiations
Pacific Leaders support for High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution
Pacific Leaders at the 52nd PIF Meeting urged members to join the High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution and supported ongoing treaty negotiations, with Solomon Islands joining to amplify Pacific voices in combating plastic pollution
Satellites unveil the size and nature of the world’s coral reefs
University of Queensland-led research reveals an expanded global coral reef area, aiding conservation efforts through detailed satellite mapping
Empowering Pacific negotiators in plastics treaty negotiations
Pacific negotiators gather to strengthen their voices for INC-4 session on plastic pollution, emphasising the importance of amplifying their collective voice on the global stage