UNDP Deputy Resident Representative to FSM stressed the importance of ongoing projects and future support to address water security and resilience in the face of climate change across the Pacific region
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The Australia-Tuvalu deal shows why we need a global framework for climate relocations
The Australia-Tuvalu Falepili Union treaty faces criticism for potential neo-colonial aspects involving Australian control over Tuvalu’s security and resources, sparking debates on sovereignty, maritime boundaries and planned international relocations
Attorney General’s Office collects evidence for ICJ on Tanna
Vanuatu’s AG and legal team gather firsthand testimonies of the climate change impacts on communities to support the nation’s case at the ICJ, highlighting the human aspect and human rights violations
COP28 Highlights: Pacific tuna face alarming consequences without 1.5-degree climate action: FFA DG
FFA DG called for a strong commitment to align with the 1.5-degree target to mitigate projected Tuna losses in Pacific fisheries and urged the inclusion of fisheries in climate discussions
COP28 Highlights: Historic Loss and Damage Fund adopted at the opening plenary of COP28
Focus must turn to addressing the root cause of the climate crisis – a plan to phase out fossil fuels in a just and rapid manner, say civil society representatives
New Tuna Harvest Strategy
WCPFC20 concluded with the adoption of a new Tropical Tuna Measure that will guide fishing controls for bigeye, skipjack, and yellowfin tuna in the Pacific region and help in the sustainable management of tuna stocks
Commission works to improve fishing crew labour standards
Delegates at the WCPFC20 unanimously passed a proposal for binding conservation measures to enhance labour standards and crew welfare in fishing vessels, with the new rule expected to be produced at the next year’s meeting
Differing Views on Increasing Observer Presence on Longline Fishing Boats Discussed at Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission Meeting
Contrasting opinions emerged as proposals to reduce observer coverage on longline fishing boats sparked concern from WWF Pacific, highlighting potential setbacks in combating Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated fishing
The great global land grab
Amidst sensationalist pledges at COP28, a hidden scandal unfolds: the global land grab through carbon markets. Pacific elders urged Pacific communities to be skeptical as dubious carbon trading deals risk exploitation and hinder climate targets
Tuvalu Optimistic for Longline Fisheries Solutions at WCPFC 20th Session
As a nation heavily reliant on tuna fishing for revenue, Tuvalu is optimistic about finding solutions for longline fisheries at WCPFC20