The report conveys our optimism for a more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future for Pacific Island Countries and Territories, and our determination to make an important contribution to that vision.
Humanity needs leadership and solidarity to defeat COVID-19
Parliamentarians and members of Fijian civil society organizations have commenced their analysis and scrutiny of the 2021-2022 National Budget, which was presented by the Fijian Government on 16 July 2021.
8 June marks the UN World Oceans Day. Since 2008, the world has celebrated this observance to raise awareness on the ocean’s role and driving global systems that make the Earth habitable for humankind.
In this episode, we hear Mr. Peter Mae, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Traditional Governance, Peace and Ecclesiastical Affairs and Dr. Cedric Alependava, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs.
Exposure: Sharing the voices of people from Solomon Islands.
An elliptical tanker, and a rescue fire truck are set to enhance the Palau Government’s capacity for preparedness and response to emergencies.
Why inclusive climate consultations matter in Tuvalu
Home to some 11,000 inhabitants, Tuvalu consists of three islands and six low-lying atolls scattered across the middle of the Pacific Ocean. With a total land area of only about 26 square kilometers, it is the fourth-smallest country in the world. The nation’s highest point above sea level is around four meters, while on average it is less than two meters above sea level. During thousands of years, Tuvaluans have developed many strategies to cope with climate threats.
Experience is the best teacher
In December 2020, the UNDP Accelerator Lab Pacific partnered with the Pacific Blue Foundation (PBF), and together with the Beqa-Yanuca Secondary School, the Fiji Locally Managed Marine Area (FLMMA) Network, the Fung’s Farm, the Ministry of iTaukei (indigenous) Affairs and the Ministry of Education - Government of Fiji, embarked on a journey to pilot an experimental institutional farm, using an innovative Green School Model at the Beqa-Yanuca Secondary School.
Food security is everyone’s business
In Pacific Small Island Developing States such as Fiji, food security in terms of accessibility and affordability to food is a key challenge. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji in early 2020, the UNDP Accelerator Lab Pacific had employed community immersion with individuals and households living in rural areas of Fiji, and undertaken system mapping sessions with partners and experts to understand the impacts of COVID-19 on food security.
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