AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoClimate Journalism & Early Warning: Tonga is working with Tonga National University to strengthen training for journalists on climate change, weather, early warning systems, disaster preparedness, environmental management, marine resources and sustainable development, after a MEIDECC stakeholder consultation reviewed existing media courses and discussed a proposed BA programme. Archaeology & Climate Resilience: Lapita pottery fragments have been found during construction of Tonga’s new Parliament complex at Matatoa, with the site chosen partly to reduce cyclone and other climate-related risks after Cyclone Gita destroyed the previous building. GIS for Environmental Action: Pacific geospatial and environmental professionals met in Nadi, Fiji for hands-on GIS training to better manage environmental data and support action on biodiversity loss, climate change and pollution, with Tonga among the participating countries. Deep-Sea Mining Warning: A new report argues deep-sea mining would cause more direct harm to ocean life than climate change and other pressures combined, stressing that deep-sea species are slow to recover and may not adapt. Tsunami Readiness (Regional): The U.S. supported Samoa’s tsunami preparedness with new hardware/software, staff training and community “Tsunami Ready” steps including signboards and exercises. UNESCO Cultural Diversity: Tonga ratified UNESCO’s 2005 Convention on protecting and promoting the diversity of cultural expressions, linking cultural development with sustainable development and international cooperation.
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