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The Philippines and Bangladesh have petitioned the ICJ to recognize climate change as a violation of international law, emphasizing the need for accountability from major polluters. The hearings reflect a …
Philippines and Bangladesh Urge ICJ to Recognize Climate Change as Legal Violation Read More
The Fiji Men’s 7s Development team defeated Nauru 61-7 in their opening match at the Oceania 7s tournament in the Solomon Islands. The Women’s Development team also excelled, winning 47-0 …
Fiji Development Teams Excel at Oceania 7s Tournament Read More
The International Court of Justice in The Hague concluded its first week of testimony in a landmark climate case that may clarify the obligations of countries to combat climate change …
International Court of Justice Concludes First Week of Climate Case in The Hague Read More
Vanuatu’s climate envoy, Ralph Regenvanu, criticized major polluters like Australia and the US during ICJ hearings for failing to act on climate change. He emphasized the need for legal accountability …
Vanuatu’s Climate Envoy Condemns Major Emitters at ICJ Climate Hearing Read More
On December 5, 2024, the ICJ hearings emphasized that developing nations should not bear the negative impacts of climate change primarily caused by industrialized countries. Nations like the Solomon Islands, …
ICJ Hearings Stress Climate Finance Obligations Not Charity Read More
Vanuatu’s Climate Change Envoy, Ralph Regenvanu, criticized major emitters such as Australia and the US during ICJ hearings, accusing them of evading responsibility for their emissions. He emphasized the urgency …
Vanuatu Climate Envoy Critiques Major Emitters at ICJ Climate Case Read More
Vanuatu has lost its visa-free access to the EU due to a poorly managed citizenship by investment program, prompting grave concerns over security. This reprimand serves as a lesson for …
Lessons from Vanuatu’s EU Visa-Free Access Loss for Pacific Nations Read More
Australia faces a dilemma between being a reliable partner to Pacific nations and a major fossil fuel exporter. The recent case at the International Court of Justice initiated by Vanuatu …
Australia’s Dilemma: Fossil Fuel Exports vs. Climate Responsibility in the Pacific Read More
Australia is at a crossroads, balancing its role as a trusted ally to Pacific nations with its position as a leading fossil fuel exporter. Recent legal proceedings initiated by Vanuatu …
Australia’s Diplomatic Dilemma: Fossil Fuel Exports vs. Climate Responsibility Read More
On December 2, 2024, small island states urged the International Court of Justice to examine state obligations regarding climate change beyond existing treaties. Vanuatu’s emissaries highlighted violations of international law …
Small Island States Urge ICJ for Broader Climate Change Justice Read More