SIDS representatives are at the 9th meeting of the Board of the Fund for responding to Loss and Damage, with our SIDS co-Chair of the Board Ms. Camila Minerva ๐ฉ๐ด.
This is a critical milestone in turning loss and damage needs into tangible #finance for #lossanddamage responses.
This is especially critical for Small Island Developing States, as these goals directly drive the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda, a program of action, and guiding North Star for resilient, sustainable prosperity in Small Island Developing State
The High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) is now underway at the United Nations, bringing countries together through 15 July to review global progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
I thank the Gvts of ๐ฌ๐ผ๐ต๐น & @AOSISChair for partnering with @UNOHRLLS at #HLPF2026 to discuss catalyzing investments+partnerships for #SIDS. The upcoming @SIDSGBN Forum & Island Investment Forum-under SIDS #CoE, will be key to unlock support for #SIDS MSMEs as we deliver #ABAS.
Today @UNOHRLLS partnered with ๐ฌ๐ผ ๐ต๐น & @AOSISChair for an #HLPF2026 side event on catalyzing investments & partnerships for #SIDS.
Emphasis was on support to #MSMEs, financing gaps & the role of @SIDSGBN .
โก๏ธMore about @SIDSGBN here:
https://t.co/5RMtUAP7Bt
On 29 June, Palau, in its capacity as Chair of AOSIS, delivered a statement highlighting key areas that require greater clarity and careful consideration to ensure the UN80 Initiative responds to the urgent and unique development needs of vulnerable island nations.
The Global Stocktake (GST) is the Paris Agreementโs 5-year โreport cardโ assessing global climate progress. Thus, active engagement is vital for SIDSโa point AOSIS lead coordinator Nashwa (#ItalyAOSISFellowshipAlumni) emphasized to 2026 Fellow Amber at #SB64.
SIDS Prep Days #SB64#JuneClimateMeetings
โFollowing COP30, we acknowledge the challenge of addressing #climatechange, and the progress. Implementation platforms we have been instrumental in creating must now drive immediate, deep emissions reductions and scaled-up resilience."
We applaud our @AOSISFellowship Alum, Hussain Azhaan @AzhaanH on this accomplishment!
We know that he will demonstrate the sterling leadership and drive to advance equity exemplified by our cadre of extraordinary young SIDS leaders ๐
Congratulations to our Second Secretary, Hussain Azhaan @AzhaanH, on his election by the UN General Assembly just now as Vice Chair of the Second Committee (Economic & Financial).
It's a testament to his professionalism, and a vote of confidence in #Maldives leadership at #UN.
"The problem before us is not a lack of solutions. The technologies exist. The knowledge exists. The capital exists. What is missing is delivery - at the pace, scale and predictability that science and equity demand."
@AOSISChair Min Steven Victor, Copenhagen Climate Ministerial
Ahead of @UNFCCC#Bonn#ClimateChange Conference #SB64. The Honourable Minister Michael Joseph ๐ฆ๐ฌdelivered a clear call: wealthier and high-emitting countries must increase ambition on emissions reductions and expand accessible climate finance.
#climateaction#climatejustice
๐REGISTER NOW to be part of this vital session as SIDS rally for a robust outcoming at the pivotal UN Climate Change #SB64 negotiations in Bonn!
๐ชFind out where the world stands on key #climatejustice issues, and how we can move implementation forward.
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Ahead of the Bonn #SB64 negotiations, join AOSIS negotiators and SIDS leaders for the conversation shaping stronger, more equitable climate outcomes for all!
๐ Wednesday, 27 May 2026
โฐ11:00 AM EST
REGISTER NOW: https://t.co/LaaSPoD9bM
๐Join us as we talk ๐๐๐ฐ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐๐จ ๐๐๐ฏ๐ 1.5ยฐ๐!
Strengthening SIDS is a win for our entire world. Ahead of the #Bonn#SB64, we're elevating the key issues which can advance global climate resilience.
#climatechange#climateactionnow
At the @UN General Assembly, #Vanuatu is advancing action with a new draft resolution to implement the historic #ICJ advisory opinion on Obligations of States in respect of Climate Change.
The draft has been uploaded for co-sponsors, and the vote is set for May 20th.
#SIDSLead
At the 27th Meeting of the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) Advisory Board ๐ฐ๐ท, members of the AOSIS family and #GRULAC helped lead on work to advance climate technology support and implementation in line with the outcomes of #COP30.
#StandUpForSIDS#climateaction
SIDS remain pivotal in driving enhanced support for the most vulnerable.
At the 8th Board meeting of the Fund for responding to #LossandDamage (FRLD), key progress included adoption of a Risk Management Framework which can significantly ease access challenges faced by many SIDS