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Work to reduce marine pollution in Pacific countries discussed at 4CPRT
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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August 6, 2024
6 August 2024, Funafuti Tuvalu - The Pacific Ocean is the lifeblood of our Pacific communities. It sustains livelihoods, cultures, and economies. However, the growing threats of marine pollution as a result of oil spills, marine invasive species,...
PRESS RELEASE – New Zealand supports Samoa to strengthen security and safety at Fale’olo International Airport and CHOGM venues
Government of Samoa
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August 15, 2024
(Thursday 15 August 2024) In preparation for Samoa’s hosting of CHOGM in October, New Zealand has been working with the Government of Samoa to strengthen security measures, and to ensure the safety of CHOGM delegates and visitors. Today, at...
Tuvalu hosts Fourth Clean Pacific Roundtable
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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August 5, 2024
3 August 2024, Funafuti Tuvalu - The Government and the people of Tuvalu have embraced the opportunity to host the Fourth Clean Pacific Roundtable (4CPRT) at the Rt. Hon. Dr Sir Tomasi Puapua Convention Centre (TPCC), Funafuti, from 5 – 9 August...
The Kiwa Initiative announces new contribution from Australia and launches new call for regional projects to strengthen climate resilience in the Pacific
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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July 17, 2024
Noumea, New Caledonia, July 15th, 2024 Today, the Kiwa Initiative – Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for climate resilience, launches a new call for regional projects (including at least two of the 18 eligible Pacific Island countries and/or...
Climate risks projected to affect fish biomass around the world's ocean, FAO report says
Food and Agriculture Organization
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July 11, 2024
Rome – New projections highlight potential climate risks to exploitable fish biomass for nearly all regions of the world's ocean, including top producer countries and those with high reliance on aquatic foods, according to a report released today...
Call for Project Concepts: Enhancing Gender Equality Outcomes in the Pacific Developing Member Countries
Asian Development Bank
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July 10, 2024
Background Gender issues vary across the Pacific developing member countries (DMCs) because of various intersecting factors such as levels of economic development; social, cultural, and gender norms; population size and migration trends; as well...
World First: TMC USA Submits Application for Commercial Recovery of Deep-Sea Minerals in the High Seas Under U.S. Seabed Mining Code
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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April 29, 2025
Following last week’s Executive Order, ‘Unleashing America’s Offshore Critical Minerals and Resources’, TMC USA has submitted applications to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for two exploration licenses and one...
The Metals Company to Apply for Permits under Existing U.S. Mining Code for Deep-Sea Minerals in the High Seas in Second Quarter of 2025
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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March 27, 2025
Following successful mining tests by U.S. consortia and pioneering environmental impact assessment by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the Clarion Clipperton Zone (CCZ) in the 1970s, the United States Congress passed...
New Report Exposes Climate Finance Failures, Calls for Urgent Investment Migration Solutions
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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March 18, 2025
LONDON , March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A groundbreaking climate finance report, released today by the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) and Henley & Partners, highlights the failings in funding urgent climate action and explores how investment...
Global Nickel Mining Market Size Forecasted to Reach $100 Billion By 2034 as Demand for Electric Vehicles Rises
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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March 13, 2025
PALM BEACH, Fla., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The mining industry's increasing focus on sustainability and responsible practices is influencing nickel mining. Companies are adopting environmentally friendly...
The World’s Most Attractive Investment Migration Programs in 2025
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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February 25, 2025
LONDON, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Malta retains 1st place in the 2025 Global Citizenship Program Index for the 10th consecutive year, while Greece reaches the top of the 2025 Global Residence Program Index for the first time, highlighting...
SPREP’s Fourth Executive Board Meeting ends on a high
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 18, 2024
Island and Ocean Ecosystems Climate Change Resilience Environmental Monitoring and Governance Waste Management and Pollution Control General News 6 September 2024, Apia Samoa - The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme’s...
Fourth SPREP Executive Board Meeting opens in Samoa
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 5, 2024
Island and Ocean Ecosystems Climate Change Resilience Environmental Monitoring and Governance Waste Management and Pollution Control General News 4 September 2024, Apia Samoa – The crucial role played by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional...
PIF ACKNOWLEDGED FINANCIAL PLEDGES TOWARDS PRF
Solomon Islands Government
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September 1, 2024
PIF ACKNOWLEDGED FINANCIAL PLEDGES TOWARDS PRF Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele speaking to his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese during one of the plenaries at the PIF meeting in Tonga Secretary General of Pacific Islands Forum, Baron Waqa...
The Metals Company Provides Third Quarter 2024 Corporate Update
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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November 14, 2024
NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TMC the metals company Inc. (Nasdaq: TMC) (“TMC” or “the Company”), an explorer of lower-impact battery metals from seafloor polymetallic nodules, today provided a corporate update and financial results...
PS Dr Rodie attends ADB Project Implementation Seminar in Nadi, Fiji
Solomon Islands Government
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August 11, 2024
PS Dr Rodie attends ADB Project Implementation Seminar in Nadi, Fiji Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) Dr Franco Rodie was among senior officials from the government ministries in the pacific...
Role of Indigenous communities recognised at world’s first-ever ‘nature positive’ summit
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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October 11, 2024
08 October 2024, Sydney, Australia - The critical role of Indigenous peoples in addressing the triple planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and plastic pollution was recognised at the inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit (GNPS)...
FFA celebrates 45 years of regional cooperation
Solomon Islands Government
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August 8, 2024
FFA celebrates 45 years of regional cooperation Honiara, 9 August 2024 – The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) marks its 45th anniversary today, celebrating decades of successful regional cooperation dedicated to the sustainable...
TMC Applauds U.S. Congressional Mandate for 2025 Defense Department Feasibility Study on Nodule Refining
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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December 30, 2024
The FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) mandates a Defense Department feasibility study on refining polymetallic nodule-derived intermediates to high-purity nickel, copper, and cobalt products The study, to be led by the Industrial Base...
Press Release – Fourth SPREP Executive Board Meeting opens in Samoa
Government of Samoa
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September 3, 2024
4 September 2024, Apia Samoa – The crucial role played by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) to ensure a resilient Pacific environment sustaining our livelihoods and natural heritage in harmony with our cultures...