Sydney, July 23, 2025 (AFP) - Five ways Pacific island nations are tackling climate change

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2025-07-23

Pacific island nation Vanuatu has triggered a landmark court ruling that has set out the big polluters' responsibilities when it comes to climate change. Hindered by their isolation and lack of economic clout, Pacific island nations have nonetheless emerged as global leaders in the fight to tackle the climate crisis. Here are five ways Pacific islands are addressing the environmental emergency. Few countries are as imperilled by rising tides......

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