FSM unveils ambitious NDC 3.0 and methane roadmap at COP30
By Sera Tikotikovatu - Sefeti
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) has reinforced its commitments under the Paris Agreement with the launch of its...
Japan and Fiji raise concerns over rapid military buildup in the region
Japan and Fiji have expressed concern over the growing militarisation in the Asia-Pacific, warning that the rapid military buildup by some nations threatens regional...
ICJ climate ruling a ‘Game Changer’ for Pacific youth
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) Advisory Opinion on climate change has been hailed as a historic victory for Pacific youth and Small Island...
Palau’s leader urges stronger climate action after New Zealand lowers methane targets
Palau's leader says the world needs to be working toward reducing emissions and "not dropping targets", in response to New Zealand slashing its methane...
Australia’s green energy push, Pacific ties face setback from COP31 impasse
Australia risks undermining efforts to establish itself as a leader in the green energy transition and letting down its vulnerable Pacific island neighbours if...
‘Ego manoeuvring’ behind the scenes at COP30, Pacific delegate at the UN climate talks says
“Political and ego manoeuvring” is happening behind the scenes at COP30 in Brazil, as Australia and Türkiye wrestle to host the United Nations climate...
Ministers missing from Tonga’s COP30 delegation amid election campaign
Tonga Government ministers will skip the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, with officials replacing them due to the forthcoming election.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister...
Brazil launches the first climate adaptation plan for health at COP30
Brazil Thursday launched the Belém Health Action Plan to support the health sector’s adaptation to climate change—the first international climate adaptation document dedicated specifically...
FFA commends Solomon Islands for strengthening fisheries management with new Noro office
The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has commended the Solomon Islands Government for its continued investment in fisheries development following the opening of...
How Pacific nations plan to go from spending up to 25 percent of GDP on fossil fuels to running on 100 percent renewables
Pacific nations spend billions each year importing fossil fuels for electricity. Now the region’s leaders are aiming for energy independence.
By Wesley Morgan, Scott...
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By Pita Ligaiula
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) says half of its climate finance is directed to adaptation, but Executive Director Mafalda Duarte acknowledges the...
“We need to make Pacific economies more resilient”: Green Climate Fund
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Forum Leaders endorse Kava declaration, fisheries fund review and regional labour ministers
By Pita Ligaiula
Pacific Islands Forum Leaders have endorsed new regional measures on kava, fisheries and labour, including the establishment of a dedicated Regional Labour...