AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLoss and Damage: Tonga’s climate champion Siaosi Sovaleni told a Pacific symposium that climate losses include culture, identity, biodiversity, health and community ties—not just money. He called for accessible, predictable grant finance and locally led responses that recognise traditional knowledge. COP31 Priorities: Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua joined Pacific talks in Tuvalu and Fiji, where Tonga is pressing for stronger climate finance and practical resilience support. Tonga was also due to present its 2026–2035 climate plan, covering adaptation, low-emission development and loss and damage. Disaster Readiness: A new $15 million weather and disaster centre in Tongatapu brings forecasting, emergency communications and early warnings under one roof, strengthening services across the country. Ocean Protection: Tonga is among five Pacific nations included in more than $25 million in Bezos Earth Fund grants for ocean conservation, covering over 625,000 square miles of sea.
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