Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Michael Joseph, is in Tuvalu participating in the high-level Pre-COP31 activities, as Pacific leaders and partners gather to highlight the region’s climate vulnerabilities, resilience and adaptation priorities.

 

The programme has provided an opportunity for leaders to see firsthand some of Tuvalu’s climate adaptation and renewable energy initiatives, including solar farm installations, scientific research sites, reclaimed areas of land and the Funafuti causeway.

 

Minister Joseph joined Pacific leaders and development partners for the welcome activities, which featured youth representatives and traditional community welcome ceremonies.

The programme also included a visit to Vili Tavita (David’s Drill), a historic research borehole site, highlighting Tuvalu’s long-standing scientific efforts to understand its geological and environmental conditions.

 

The Pre-COP31 activities continue with visits to coastal adaptation project sites and a high-level Sautalaga at the Sir Tomasi Puapua Convention Centre.

Minister Joseph is participating in the discussions as Antigua and Barbuda continues to engage with regional and international partners on climate resilience, adaptation and the priorities of vulnerable Small Island Developing States.