AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPacific Pre-COP31 in Fiji and Tuvalu: World leaders and ministers head to Nadi for Oct 5–8 talks, with a Tuvalu day trip to show sea-level impacts and push for faster, simpler climate finance, ocean protection, and keeping the 1.5°C goal alive. Tuvalu frontline reality: Scientists say a 2024 marine heatwave killed about 99.9% of the coral building Tuvalu’s atolls, while rising seas already swamp parts of the archipelago—turning the pre-COP visit into a stark on-the-ground warning. Australia under pressure: Australia and COP31 host Türkiye face criticism for hosting climate talks while staying tied to coal; Pacific leaders want action, not speeches, as Australia weighs approval for a major coal mine expansion. Climate cooperation angle: A Fiji-based scholar highlights Chinese support for renewable energy, EVs and training as practical climate governance help for Pacific adaptation and resilience. Health and resilience funding: WHO and partners unveil a $35.99m Pandemic Fund multi-country project for Western Pacific disease surveillance and response capacity. Culture and identity: Tuvalu Language Week in Aotearoa spotlights keeping te ‘Gana Tuvalu alive through songs and community events.
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