More than 30 Dakuinuku families relocate as high tidal waves threaten homes
More than 30 families in Dakuinuku Village, Tailevu, have relocated to another part of the village as coastal erosion and waves during high tide continue to threaten thei
Tag: Climate Change
Pacific experiences must remain at the heart of global climate discussions – Prof. Shameem
Protecting and restoring the Pacific Ocean must be treated as a critical part of the region’s response to the climate crisis as Pacific countries prepare for furth
Pacific priorities take centre stage as Pre-COP31 begins
Fiji is putting Pacific priorities and solutions at the centre of global climate discussions as more than 50 countries gather in the country from today for the 2026 Pacif
Women’s relocation experiences to take centre stage at Pre-COP31 event in Nadi
Women from four Fijian communities will share their lived experiences of climate-related planned relocation during a Germany Embassy in Fiji side event at the Pre-C
Kioa Island resident voices concerns over El Nino and coastal erosion
A Kioa Island resident has raised concerns over coastal erosion, saltwater intrusion, food security and water shortages as El Nino conditions continue to affect communiti
Women in Macuata seek action on climate threats to food and livelihoods
Women in Macuata have called on the Government to provide direct and sustained support to women whose gardens, shoreline food sources, fishing areas and small businesses
Pacific journalists urged to unite and engage young people on climate change
A Wallis and Futuna journalist Mirna Kilama says the 8th Pacific Summit 2026 provides an important opportunity to build stronger connections among Pacific journalis
Fijian academic takes Pacific energy and climate perspectives to Oxford
A Fijian academic has taken the Pacific’s perspective on energy access and climate research to one of the world’s leading universities, calling for greater
UNEP: World set to cross 1.5°C global warming, but can still limit, adapt to and return from higher temperatures
Global temperature rise is set to cross 1.5°C, likely within the next few years, pushing climate risks and impacts to increasingly dangerous heights, but it is still p
Paddlers take 500km journey around Viti Levu to protect Fiji's living waters
The Paddle for Hope team has begun a journey of more than 500 kilometres around Viti Levu, taking with them a message that protecting Fiji's ocean begins with the actions
Koro youth still struggling with emotional trauma from Cyclone Winston
The ongoing impact of Tropical Cyclone Winston on communities in Lomaiviti, particularly Koro Island, which was severely affected by the cyclone in 2016, has left some yo
Dr Michael calls for stronger global climate action as Fiji hosts Pre-COP31
Permanent Secretary for Environment and Climate Change Dr Sivendra Michael says Fiji's hosting of the Pre-COP31 meeting would provide an opportunity to ensure the voices
Nasinu community unite in protecting their environment
As one of Fiji's most populated urban areas, Nasinu continues to demonstrate the importance of community action in protecting the environment.The Ministry of Environment
Taiwan provides US$2M to support Pacific Islands Forum priorities
The Taipei Trade Office in Fiji formally handed over a US$2 million development cooperation contribution to the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat during a ceremony at the
UK provides about $41M to boost climate resilience in Pacific Islands
The United Kingdom has announced new funding of about $41 million to strengthen climate resilience across Pacific Island nations.This is due to Pacific Island nations
Chief Justice Temo calls for united action on climate and human rights
The lives, culture and identity of Pacific people are under threat and urgent action is needed. Speaking at the Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institution
Urgent call for climate-resilient health infrastructure upgrades in Fiji
An urgent call has been made for climate-resilient and disaster-resilient health facilities across Fiji to support surgical outreach and patient care. This was highlight
Prof. Prasad appointed Pacific Political Climate Champion for Climate Finance
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has been appointed as the Pacific Political Climate Champion for Climate Finance by the Pacific Isla
Prof. Prasad says Pacific will not allow climate crisis to define its story
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says the Pacific will not allow the climate crisis to define its story. While speaking during th
Digital connectivity and climate responsibility at centre of Policy and Regulations Forum for the Pacific talks
Developments in satellite technology, subsea cable connectivity, spectrum management, and efforts to drive meaningful connectivity have been key focus areas for the Polic
PICAN stresses a robust advisory opinion from ICJ will reinforce legal accountability of both governments and corporations
As we await the International Court of Justice's historic first advisory opinion on the obligations of States in relation to climate change early tomorrow morning, Paci