Time for a Pacific COP – Ardern challenges the world
By Sera Tikotikovatu - Sefeti
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has called for a Pacific COP.
And she has tied the Pacific to...
Deforestation in West Papua is out of control: Global MPs warn at COP30
As COP30 gets underway in Belém, a group of international parliamentarians has issued a stark warning that West Papua is facing accelerating deforestation, rights...
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...
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‘Treat us with dignity’: Pacific visa fight returns to NZ Parliament
Pacific advocates say New Zealand’s visa system continues to place unfair barriers on their families, especially during emergencies, and are now asking MPs to...
U.S, New Zealand reinforce Indo-Pacific, Pacific and Security ties at Strategic Dialogue
The United States and New Zealand have reaffirmed their strategic partnership, committing to deeper cooperation across security, the Indo-Pacific, Pacific engagement, trade, and emerging...
David Seymour defends Pacific communities, calls for smaller and efficient government
New Zealand deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has rejected claims that Pacific communities rely heavily on welfare.
He says most Pasifika are working, paying taxes,...