Pacific Island countries have long recognised the climate crisis as the greatest threat to their futures.
Drawing on the region’s strengths, values and a united Pacific voice, Pacific Island countries have sought to lead by example – making bold national commitments, playing a major role in international negotiations, and holding their bigger neighbours – Australia and New Zealand – to account. This document provides a background briefing for the 50th Pacific Islands Forum, Tuvalu, 12-16 August 2019.
