Forum SG Waqa emphasised the critical role of ocean governance and regional cooperation, highlighting ongoing efforts to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent and the importance of the BBNJ Treaty
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From overfished to sustainable harvests: Pacific Bluefin Tuna rebound to new highs
The Pacific bluefin tuna population has exceeded international recovery targets a decade ahead of schedule, marking a significant success in fisheries management through coordinated international efforts
Fiji PM Rabuka content with test results on Fukushima nuclear waste water released into the Pacific ocean
Fiji’s Prime Minister expresses satisfaction with Japan’s test results showing no radioactive elements in Fukushima’s treated wastewater released into the Pacific Ocean
Rufino Varea appointed Regional Director of PICAN
Rufino Varea, a distinguished expert in marine ecotoxicology and environmental risk assessment, has been appointed as the new Regional Director of the Pacific Islands Climate Action Network (PICAN)
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
Pacific Ocean Commissioner calls for global ocean literacy on World Ocean Day
On World Ocean Day, Pacific Ocean Commissioner Dr Manoni called for a deeper connection and respect for the ocean, stressing the importance of ocean literacy for future generations
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
IUCN Oceania Highlights Importance of Local Solutions to Global Biodiversity Framework at BIOPAMA Event
At a pivotal BIOPAMA event, IUCN Oceania’s Regional Director emphasised the importance of local solutions and robust data in achieving Global Biodiversity Framework – Target 3 at the 4th UN Conference on SIDs
Pacific Islander’s Drive to Open New Markets for His Nation’s Tuna
From humble beginnings to overseeing millions of tons of tuna exports, Donny Andrike leads a small but determined team from Marshall Islands, breaking barriers and bridging language gaps to bring their prized catch to the lucrative European Union market