AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPacific climate pressure at PIF: Pacific leaders meeting in Palau backed the Belau Declaration calling for urgent action to keep 1.5°C alive, faster access to climate finance, and a shift away from fossil fuels—warning that overshoot is already raising risks for oceans, tuna, drought and low-lying communities. UNEP overshoot warning: A new UNEP report says the world is likely to cross 1.5°C soon, with even the best-case scenario around 1.8°C—prompting Vanuatu’s climate minister Ralph Regenvanu to urge a 1.5-aligned pathway and rapid emissions cuts. Vanuatu vs France at the ICJ: Vanuatu has filed with the International Court of Justice over sovereignty and maritime boundaries tied to Matthew and Hunter islands (Umaenupne and Umaeneg), after talks with France failed. Vanuatu calls out Australia’s fossil expansion: Vanuatu criticised Australia’s approval of new coal and gas projects, arguing it undermines Pacific security and climate commitments. Coral reefs pledge: Palau and other Pacific Forum members backed a global push to protect climate-resilient coral reefs, linking reef survival to biodiversity, food and coastal protection. Climate-resilient schools: UNICEF and the EU launched a €17m Pacific programme to make schools safer and more disaster-ready, including resilient water, sanitation, renewable power and connectivity.
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