AGP Executive Report

COP31 Electrification Push: COP31 President-designate Murat Kurum (Türkiye) unveiled a “35 by 35” goal to lift electricity’s share of final energy demand to 35% by 2035, aiming to cut fossil fuel use across major sectors while also targeting a 50% cut in global waste growth within a decade. Pacific Voices in Negotiations: A legal expert warned that closed-door ocean and climate talks often sideline Pacific and Global South input, with public promises diverging from what happens behind the scenes. Tuvalu Ocean Governance: Tuvalu soft-launched its first National Ocean Policy for sustainable ocean management, framing the sea as the nation’s identity and resilience foundation. Tuvalu Fossil Fuel Holdings Scrutiny: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo said AFP’s report on the Tuvalu Trust Fund investing in oil and coal “not a good look,” with the government reviewing Mercer-managed portfolios. Energy Pressure, Solar Skills: Across the Pacific, rising fuel costs are driving solar training and community installation skills, with programs focused on practical maintenance and resilience. Climate Displacement Planning: Pacific leaders urged New Zealand to move faster on climate displacement frameworks, warning current policies lag behind the scale of forced movement. Tuvalu-Australia Partnership: Australia opened a new renewable-powered High Commission chancery in Funafuti, underscoring deeper diplomatic and development ties. Ocean Protection Meets Finance: Tuvalu’s environment minister urged GEF members to deliver “transformational change,” not incremental reform, and to better support vulnerable small island states.

Deep-Sea Mining & Ocean Governance: New reporting spotlights the Clarion-Clipperton Zone’s apple-sized polymetallic nodules—and the race to extract battery metals from one of the least-known ecosystems—while a legal expert warns Pacific and Global South voices are often sidelined in closed-door ocean and climate talks. Tuvalu’s Ocean Policy: On World Oceans Day, Tuvalu soft-launched its first National Ocean Policy, framing the sea as the country’s “Te Fau” and a survival framework for sustainable ocean management. Fossil Fuel Finance Scrutiny: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo says AFP’s revelation that the Tuvalu Trust Fund invested in oil and coal is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings. Climate Law Momentum: The UN General Assembly endorsed an ICJ advisory opinion on climate obligations, reinforcing that protecting the climate system is a matter of international law. Energy Transition Pressure: As Bonn climate talks ramp up, Australia’s Chris Bowen pushes electrification and renewables as energy-security solutions, while Pacific leaders keep calling for action on climate displacement and fair climate finance.

Clean Energy Diplomacy: Australia and Turkey have launched an ambitious electrification goal for 2035, with COP31-linked talks in Bonn pushing heat pumps, electric cars, and more solar, wind and hydro as the fastest route to cut emissions and energy costs. Tuvalu Ocean Governance: Tuvalu used World Oceans Day to soft-launch its first National Ocean Policy, framing the sea as “Te Fau” that binds identity, food security, sovereignty and resilience, and urging an integrated climate-ocean approach. Fossil Fuel Scrutiny in Tuvalu: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo said AFP’s revelation that the Tuvalu Trust Fund invested in oil and coal “not a good look,” with the government reviewing Mercer’s portfolio. Pacific Solar Momentum: Pacific communities are accelerating solar as fuel costs bite, including Solar Scholars training in Fiji for local leaders to install and maintain systems. Climate Law Push: The UN General Assembly endorsed an ICJ advisory opinion on climate obligations, reinforcing that failing to protect the climate system is a breach of international law. Sea-Level Pressure in the Region: Rising seas are threatening Kiribati’s World Cup dream, underscoring how climate impacts are already reshaping livelihoods and futures.

Rising Seas & Survival: Kiribati’s push to qualify for the 2030 World Cup is framed as “our last chance,” as sea-level rise threatens to erase the nation’s future. Tuvalu Ocean Governance: Tuvalu soft-launched its first National Ocean Policy on World Oceans Day, casting the ocean as the Te Fau that binds identity, food security, livelihoods, and resilience. Clean Power Under Pressure: Pacific communities are accelerating solar as fuel costs bite and power reliability falters, with hands-on training for local leaders in Fiji’s Solar Scholars programme. Fossil Fuel Credibility Check: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo says AFP’s revelation that the Tuvalu Trust Fund invested in oil and coal is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings. Climate Law Momentum: The UN General Assembly endorsed an ICJ advisory opinion that failing to protect the climate system breaches international law. Bonn Climate Build-Up: Greenpeace urges Chris Bowen to lead with ambition as Bonn intercessional talks aim to advance resilience, finance, and a just fossil-fuel transition. Energy Shock Costs: UNCTAD warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could add over US$20bn to vulnerable countries’ oil import bills. EU Seafood Rules: New EU freezer-vessel food safety requirements are set to affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels, with regional training underway in Suva. Planned Relocation Guidance: Pacific leaders are urging stronger climate displacement planning, highlighting dignity and Pacific-led solutions as movement becomes unavoidable.

Tuvalu Fossil Fuel Scrutiny: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo says AFP’s report that the Tuvalu Trust Fund—managed by Mercer—invested in oil, coal and gas is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings, a sharp contrast to Tuvalu’s frontline climate advocacy. GEF Call for Action: Tuvalu’s Environment Minister Maina Vakafua Talia urged GEF delegates to move beyond gradual reform and deliver “transformational change,” warning that funding gaps and ecological decline demand faster, more inclusive support for small island states. Climate-Ocean Survival Link: Teo told the Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo that climate resilience must be treated as one agenda with ocean management, citing sea-level rise, coral bleaching and shifting fish patterns, and pointing to Tuvalu’s Coastal Adaptation Project as practical proof. Pacific Climate Diplomacy: Australia’s Chris Bowen is set to lead key climate talks in Bonn, with Pacific priorities pushed ahead of COP31, while Australia and New Zealand reaffirmed Pacific-led regionalism and climate action ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau. Energy Independence Push: In Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu, community leaders trained in solar installation and maintenance to cut reliance on imported fossil fuels amid rising fuel costs and power disruptions.

Climate Diplomacy: Greenpeace urged Australia’s Chris Bowen to “lead with vision and ambition” as he takes the helm of key Bonn climate talks ahead of COP31, with focus on resilience, workers, finance and a faster, fairer fossil-fuel phaseout. Pacific Security & Climate Agenda: Australia and New Zealand backed Pacific-led regionalism, linking peace and climate action ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau. Tuvalu Fossil-Fuel Scrutiny: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo said AFP’s report on Tuvalu Trust Fund investments in oil and coal is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing Mercer-managed holdings. GEF Funding Push: Tuvalu’s Environment Minister Maina Vakafua Talia called at GEF 8 for “transformational change,” urging blended finance and stronger support so no country is left behind. Ocean + Climate Together: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo told the Island States Ocean Summit that climate resilience must be tied to ocean management, citing coastal erosion and coral bleaching as daily realities. Energy Resilience on the Ground: Solar training for community leaders in Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu targets lower reliance on imported diesel and better backup power during outages. Food Safety for Pacific Fisheries: EU-backed training in Suva prepares Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu for new EU freezer-vessel rules affecting most Pacific vessels exporting seafood to the EU.

Tuvalu fossil-fuel scrutiny: Prime Minister Feleti Teo says it’s “not a good look” that the Tuvalu Trust Fund—managed by Mercer—was invested in oil and coal, after AFP reported exposure to coal mining, gas exploration and a major crude refinery; Tuvalu is reviewing the holdings. Climate-ocean survival: Teo also urged that climate action and ocean management be treated as one agenda at the Island States Ocean Summit, citing coastal erosion, coral bleaching and shifting fish patterns, and pointing to the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project as a practical model. Energy resilience at home: Tuvalu, Fiji and Vanuatu leaders joined solar training to cut reliance on imported fuel amid rising power costs, building local skills to install and maintain solar systems. Planned relocation framework: Pacific nations adopted the first regional climate relocation framework (PAC-GIPR), stressing community participation and cultural protection as a last resort when adaptation can’t keep up. COP31 momentum: Australia’s Chris Bowen is in Bonn to advance energy security talks ahead of COP31, with Fiji and Tuvalu set to host pre-COP meetings. Ocean governance & food safety: EU rules on freezer-vessel temperatures will affect 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island vessels, with Tuvalu among countries training to meet the new requirements.

COP31 Prep in Bonn: Australia’s Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen is in Germany leading energy security talks at the Bonn climate meeting, aiming to keep Pacific priorities front and centre ahead of COP31. Fossil Fuel Scrutiny in Tuvalu: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo said AFP’s report that the Tuvalu Trust Fund invested in oil and coal “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings. Fossil Fuel Phase-out Pressure: Amnesty urged countries in Bonn to turn Santa Marta momentum into real climate finance and action to accelerate fossil fuel phase-out. Climate Relocation Framework: Pacific governments adopted regional guidance for planned relocation, stressing community participation and Indigenous rights when adaptation is no longer possible. Ocean Survival Message: Tuvalu’s PM called for climate and ocean management to be treated as one survival agenda, citing coral bleaching, shifting fish, and coastal erosion. Clean Energy on the Ground: Solar training for Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu communities is building local capacity to cut reliance on imported diesel and keep power running during outages. EU Seafood Rule Hits Pacific Fleets: New EU freezer-vessel food safety requirements will affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels, with training held in Suva to help compliance. Digital Nation Push: Tuvalu’s “Digital Nation” plan is framed as a way to preserve statehood and identity as sea levels rise.

Climate Displacement Framework: Pacific governments adopted the first regional guidance on climate-related planned relocation, stressing community participation, Indigenous rights, and cultural preservation as a last resort when adaptation is no longer possible. Tuvalu Fossil Fuel Scrutiny: Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo said AFP’s report that the Tuvalu Trust Fund invested in oil and coal is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings. Climate-Ocean Survival Link: At the Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo, Tuvalu called for climate action and ocean management to be treated as one agenda, citing coastal erosion, coral bleaching, and shifting fish patterns. Renewables for Energy Security: In Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu, community leaders trained on solar installation and maintenance through the Solar Scholars initiative to cut reliance on imported fuel. EU Seafood Rule Impact: EU food safety changes for freezer vessels are expected to affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels exporting to the EU. COP31 Prep: Pacific senior officials advanced coordination and set priorities ahead of COP31, including pre-COP31 meetings hosted by Fiji and Tuvalu in October. Tuvalu Digital Nation: Tuvalu’s Digital Nation push aims to preserve statehood and identity as sea levels rise and land becomes less secure. Samoan Language Week: Oamaru Pacific Island Trust activities celebrated Samoan legends, songs, screen printing, and traditional food during Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa.

Planned Relocation Framework: Pacific governments adopted the PAC-GIPR guidance to manage climate-related planned relocation as a last resort, with Human Rights Watch stressing community participation, Indigenous rights, and cultural protection. Climate Displacement Pressure: Pacific leaders urged New Zealand to prepare for cross-border climate displacement, warning current policies don’t match the scale of movement already underway. Tuvalu Fossil Fuel Scrutiny: Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo said AFP’s report on the Tuvalu Trust Fund’s oil and coal-linked investments is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings. Tuvalu–Australia Partnership: Australia opened a new renewable-powered High Commission chancery in Funafuti, reinforcing the Falepili Union relationship and climate resilience support. Ocean as Survival: Tuvalu’s PM called for climate action and ocean management to be treated as one agenda, citing sea-level rise, coral bleaching, and shifting fish patterns. EU Seafood Rule Impact: Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, and Tuvalu trained on new EU freezer-vessel food safety requirements that could affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels. Energy Independence Training: Communities in Fiji, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu joined solar installation training to cut reliance on imported fuel as prices rise.

Planned Relocation Framework: Pacific governments have adopted new regional guidance on climate-related planned relocation, stressing it should be a last resort, with strong human rights protections, community participation, and cultural safeguards as sea-level rise and extreme weather force long-term moves. Tuvalu Fossil Fuel Scrutiny: Tuvalu’s prime minister says AFP’s report on the Tuvalu Trust Fund’s oil and coal-linked investments is “not a good look,” and the government is reviewing the holdings. Climate Displacement Pressure on NZ: Pacific leaders are urging New Zealand to act now on climate displacement, warning current policies lag behind the scale of cross-border movement already underway. Blue Pacific Energy Skills: Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu community leaders trained on solar installation and maintenance to cut reliance on imported fuel and strengthen local energy resilience. Tuvalu–Australia Partnership: Australia opened a new renewable-powered High Commission chancery in Funafuti, underscoring deeper cooperation under the Falepili Union, including climate and development support. Ocean Survival Message: Tuvalu’s PM urged treating climate action and ocean management as one survival agenda at the Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo.

Fossil Fuel Scrutiny in Tuvalu: Prime Minister Feleti Teo says it’s “not a good look” after AFP revealed the Tuvalu Trust Fund—managed by Mercer since 2022—invested in coal, gas and oil-linked holdings, and Tuvalu is reviewing the portfolio. Ocean-Climate Survival Link: Teo also urged an integrated approach to climate action and ocean management at the Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo, calling it a “survival framework” and pointing to Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project gains. Renewables for Resilience: Pacific leaders backed community solar training in Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu to cut reliance on imported fuel as energy prices bite. Climate Displacement Push: Pacific leaders urged New Zealand to prepare for climate displacement, citing research that nearly one million people were displaced by climate disasters across 2010–2021. EU Seafood Rules: Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu trained on new EU freezer-vessel food safety requirements that could affect most Pacific-flagged vessels exporting to the EU. Energy Security Diplomacy: Australia opened a renewable-powered High Commission chancery in Funafuti, deepening ties under the Falepili Union. Regional Ocean Governance: Pacific leaders at the Tokyo summit stressed ocean management as survival and called for better access to finance, technology and capacity.

Ocean & climate survival: Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo told the Tokyo Island States Ocean Summit that climate action and ocean management must be treated as one survival agenda, citing coastal erosion, coral bleaching and shifting fish migration. Diplomacy with a green signal: Australia and Tuvalu opened a new Australian High Commission chancery in Funafuti, highlighting renewable power and deeper ties under the Falepili Union. Energy resilience on the ground: Pacific leaders from Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu completed solar training to cut reliance on imported fuel, with community solar PV systems installed to help during outages. Climate mobility spotlight: A report on Tuvalu’s “Digital Nation” push frames it as a way to preserve statehood and identity as sea levels rise. Fossil fuel pressure point: An AFP investigation says Tuvalu’s climate trust fund is invested in fossil-fuel-linked assets, and Tuvalu says it is reviewing its “fossil fuel exposure.” Global accountability: The UN backed an ICJ-backed resolution affirming legal duties to limit warming, while the US voted against it.

Digital Nation & Sea-Level Risk: Tuvalu is pushing ahead with its “Digital Nation” plan, aiming to keep state functions and identity alive even if land disappears as sea levels rise. Climate Mobility & Support Talks: Tuvalu’s Acting Prime Minister Panapasi Nelesone met Australia’s Governor-General Sam Mostyn in Funafuti, stressing climate change as the top threat and raising real-world hurdles for Tuvaluans relocating under the Falepili mobility pathway, especially housing and transport. Forestry for Resilience: FAO backed a Samoa–Fiji forestry exchange, training Samoa Forestry officers in sustainable teak and pine production to close technical gaps and better handle climate and ecosystem pressures. Energy Independence: Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu community leaders trained on solar PV installation and maintenance to cut reliance on imported fossil fuels as fuel prices keep climbing. Climate Accountability: The UN General Assembly backed an ICJ advisory opinion affirming countries’ legal duty to limit global warming, a move likely to shape future climate litigation. Oceans & Biodiversity Diplomacy: Japan urged closer maritime and climate cooperation with island leaders, highlighting shared dependence on the marine environment.

Climate Mobility & Falepili Union: Tuvalu’s Acting Prime Minister Panapasi Nelesone met Australia’s Governor-General Sam Mostyn in Funafuti, flagging climate change as the “single greatest threat” and raising real-world hurdles for Tuvaluans relocating under the Falepili mobility pathway, especially housing and transport. Energy Independence: As fuel costs bite, Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu community leaders completed hands-on solar PV training through 350.org Pacific and ICSC, installing systems and learning maintenance to cut reliance on imported diesel. COP31 Prep: Pacific senior officials stepped up coordination for COP31, with Fiji and Tuvalu set to host pre-COP meetings in October 2026 and leaders aiming to sharpen shared climate priorities. Tuvalu’s Fossil Fuel Exposure: An AFP investigation says Tuvalu’s climate-threatened trust fund has investments tied to coal, gas and a major oil refinery, prompting Tuvalu to review its “fossil fuel exposure.” Legal Duty to Cut Warming: The UN General Assembly backed an ICJ advisory opinion affirming countries’ legal responsibility to limit global warming, a move likely to shape climate litigation.

Tuvalu–Australia climate partnership: Tuvalu’s Acting Prime Minister Panapasi Nelesone met Australia’s Governor-General Sam Mostyn in Funafuti, stressing that sea-level rise is already “lived reality” and highlighting support under the Falepili Union, including the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project and assistance for Tuvaluans settling in Australia. Energy resilience on the ground: As fuel prices bite, Fiji, Tuvalu and Vanuatu leaders completed hands-on solar training through 350.org Pacific and ICSC, aiming to cut reliance on imported diesel and build community control of power. COP31 preparations: Pacific senior officials met to coordinate a united Pacific approach ahead of COP31, with Fiji and Tuvalu set to host pre-COP meetings in October 2026. Climate justice in international law: The UN General Assembly backed an ICJ advisory opinion affirming countries’ legal duty to limit global warming, while the US voted against—an issue Vanuatu raised. Fossil-fuel exposure scandal: An AFP investigation says Tuvalu’s climate trust fund invested via Mercer in funds tied to coal, gas and major oil—prompting Tuvalu to review its “fossil fuel exposure.”