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Research Fellow – Bankable Climate Adaptation Solutions and Finance Mechanisms at the local scale
Based in Bangkok, SEI Asia has a diverse team of multinational experts who integrate scientific research with participatory approaches to co-develop and share knowledge, build partnerships, and influence policy for resilient development. SEI...
ADB, Merchant Finance Sign Agreement to Support Inclusive Finance in Fiji
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (9 December 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Merchant Finance Pte Limited (MFL) have signed loan and grant agreements to boost access to finance for women-owned and led small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in...
Owner: Asian Development Bank
Pacific Islands and the Climate Crisis: Challenges, Injustices, and Pathways Forward
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 29, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Pacific Islands, some of the most vulnerable regions to climate change, have once again found themselves overlooked on the global stage. As COP29 concluded in Baku, Azerbaijan,...
Innovative Infrastructure: Fiji’s Path to a Climate Resilient Transport Network
The Fiji Critical Bridges Resilience Project aims to enhance the resilience and safety of Fiji's transport network, particularly on Viti Levu, the main island. Fiji, an archipelago of over 330 islands, faces challenges in providing services to its...
Owner: Asian Development Bank
ADB Approves $199.5 Million Project to Improve Domestic Connectivity in Fiji
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (28 November 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $199.5 million project that will replace critical bridges on Fiji’s main island to improve domestic transport connectivity. The Critical Bridges Resilience...
Owner: Asian Development Bank
Role of Indigenous communities recognised at world’s first-ever ‘nature positive’ summit
Gov't Institution
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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October 11, 2024
08 October 2024, Sydney, Australia - The critical role of Indigenous peoples in addressing the triple planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and plastic pollution was recognised at the inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit (GNPS)...
NFL MVP and Central Valley Pistachio Farmer Josh Allen Joins Forces With Wonderful Pistachios to Launch Major College Scholarship for Youth at Firebaugh High School
FIREBAUGH, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wonderful® Pistachios is proud to announce the launch of the Josh Allen Scholarship in partnership with Central Valley native, pistachio farmer, and star Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen....
DDG Ellard urges swift action on fisheries subsidies to aid Pacific sustainability goals
Thank you, and good afternoon, distinguished excellencies and to all. I appreciate the invitation to engage with you on the pressing environmental challenges confronting the Pacific region, and how a multilateral approach can help tackle those...
Pacific Leaders Elevate Skills to Tackle Sea and Human Security Issues in Indo-Pacific from Fiji Regional Workshop
The closing ceremony marked the culmination of the Nadi regional workshop and the second phase of the “The Leaders for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Sea and Human Security” training programme. Mr. Isami Takada, Counsellor and Deputy Chief of...
Owner: United Nations
ADB Supports Digitalization and Financial Inclusion in Fiji
SUVA, FIJI (4 October 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will partner with the Reserve Bank of Fiji to support the development and implementation of a national ID and electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) program, designed to boost access to...
Owner: Asian Development Bank
Bezos Earth Fund Invests $37.5M USD to Accelerate Pacific-Led Ocean Protection
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A groundbreaking effort led by Pacific Island leaders to safeguard the ocean took a major step forward today, with the Bezos Earth Fund announcing $37.5 million USD in grants to support marine...
UNEP at the 2025 UN Ocean Conference
Representatives from UNEP will be participating in the following events during the UN Ocean Conference. Time zone: CEST 📅 5 June | 🕒 12:45–13:45 hrs | 📍Room 8, Port Lympia, Nice One Ocean Science Conference 2025: Science to support the BBNJ...
Owner: United Nations
Coral reefs: a crucial resource for coastal communities
Excellencies, colleagues and friends. Coral reefs are beautiful habitats that support an incredible range of biodiversity and livelihoods, from fishing to tourism. But they are so much more than that. Coral reefs in the Pacific are an intrinsic...
Owner: United Nations
DOH REPORTS 13TH TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE VIRUS CASE OF 2025
Posted on Sep 9, 2025 in Newsroom HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has identified a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu, bringing the total number of dengue cases to 13 in the state in 2025 (one on Maui, 12 on Oʻahu)....
Owner: American Government
Call for Applications: UNITAR Women’s Leadership in Disaster Risk Reduction for World Tsunami Awareness Day 2025
The programme is open to motivated people living in or from Pacific Island countries and territories or the Asia-Pacific, who are: An adult of 18 years or older Eager to learn about the leadership skills required for disaster risk reduction...
Owner: United Nations
Wellness for All Across USA: World Wellness Weekend 2025 Expands Nationwide
Join from September 19–21 2025 | Uniting 160+ Countries Through Vitality, Serenity & Solidarity NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- World Wellness Weekend (WWW), an international non-profit association, returns...
POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice Ranks Highest in Antioxidants Amongst Top Consumer Beverages Tested
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recent analysis conducted by the UCLA Center for Human Nutrition's Biomarker Core Service on more than 60 beverages determined that POM Wonderful 100% Juice ranks highest among beverage categories...
The Wonderful Company Ranks No. 1 on PEOPLE®’s List of Companies That Care
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Wonderful Company has taken the coveted No. 1 spot on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list, rising from No. 3 last year. The $6 billion enterprise, with 10,000 employees worldwide and a...
Subaru Canada Partners with Expedition Canada for the 2025 Adventure Racing World Championship
Subaru Canada is excited to return to the Okanagan Valley with Expedition Canada to support the 2025 Adventure World Racing Championship BENTONVILLE, AR, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Penticton, BC, August 18, 2025 — The...