Environment • TongaCOP29 finance must deliver - Tonga PM Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni says climate change is an existential threat to Pacific people, their homes, and livelihoods.Christine RovoiWed, 13 Nov
EnvironmentCOP29: WHO Pacific chief sends strong message to the worldDr Saia Ma'u Piukala warns climate change presents a fundamental threat to human health.Christine RovoiMon, 11 Nov
EnvironmentPacific could learn from the Caribbean ahead of COP29 - expertRacquel Moses, head of the Caribbean Climate-Smart Accelerator, says a unified Pacific could go from ‘vulnerable bystander to climate innovator’.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 08 Nov
Environment • SāmoaCHOGM Ocean Declaration a ‘little underwhelming’ Dr Sione Tekiteki, of Auckland University of Technology, says while there are positives in the document signed by Commonwealth leaders, a lot is lacking within the text.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 01 Nov
EnvironmentComplex realities of Pacific climate financeAs COP29 approaches, James Ellsmoor calls for tangible, meaningful support for vulnerable island communities over eye-catching mitigation strategies.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 01 Nov
Politics • SāmoaCHOGM success for Sāmoa but what’s in it for the Pacific?Applying outcomes to climate change, oceans, blackbirding offer new secretary-general shot at relevance, writes Tess Newton Cain.Tue, 29 Oct
OpinionWill's Word: Can NZ afford to go slow on climate change? Pacific Mornings' host William Terite says a recent report on NZ's projected carbon emissions makes for grim reading. William TeriteMon, 14 Oct
EnvironmentClimate Justice Taranaki hopes Pacific veer away from NZ's 'horrific' Fast-track billA spokesperson for Climate Justice Taranaki has slammed the government’s decision to include mining and quarry projects as part of its Fast-track Approvals bill.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 08 Oct
EnvironmentIs NZ pulling its weight on the climate crisis?Climate Minister Simon Watts says the Government is determined to meet New Zealand’s commitments despite claims the coalition is on the wrong path on climate policy.Christine RovoiFri, 04 Oct
Environment • Vanuatu • Fiji • SāmoaEcocide: Why NZ should support Pacific petition to international court Law professor Tafaoimalo Tologata Leilani Tuala-Warren says Aotearoa should make ecocide a criminal offence domestically.Christine RovoiWed, 25 Sep
