Mereoni

🇫🇯 Fijian feminist ✊🏿🦄🙋🏾‍♀️ Ocean paddling #DefendtheOcean #BanDSM #DeepSeaMinder #CoupcoupIslands #PacPol #FijiPol #Rugby

[Nic Maclellan @MaclellanNic]

Statement about the #NewCaledonia crisis from customary chiefs in Vanuatu’s TAFEA province: “Councils of customary chiefs from Tanna, Aniwa, Futuna, Erromango and Aneityum #TAFEA stand in solidarity with our Kanaky brothers and sisters in this time of political crisis.” THREAD

[Nic Maclellan @MaclellanNic]

Overseas Minister says police operation to clear the road to airport was a “success” (removal of 76 roadblocks/obstacles). 700 extra police have arrived with 350 more coming today. These include GIGN paramilitary units and elite RAID (counter-terror and VIP protection officers).

[Nic Maclellan @MaclellanNic]

Statement from Pacific Conference of Churches @lotupasifika on #NewCaledonia: "PCC stands in deep solidarity with our sisters and brothers of Kanaky in this time of political crisis that has led to the eruptions of violence these past few days and nights." https://t.co/zdHEcoW63C

[Nic Maclellan @MaclellanNic]

Writings by an earlier generation of Kanak leaders provide vital understanding about today's struggle in #NewCaledonia for recognition of #Kanak identity, culture and sovereignty. The best material is in French, but there are lots of places to start for English speakers…. THREAD

[Nic Maclellan @MaclellanNic]

After lengthy debate, the French National Assembly votes 351 - 153 to adopt legislation opening up the electoral rolls in #NewCaledonia to an estimated 25,800 extra voters. The law must still be approved by a joint sitting of Senate and National Assembly, postponed to late June.

[Nic Maclellan @MaclellanNic]

The Roadmap says “enhanced Australian access to French defence facilities in the Pacific…will facilitate a more sustained Australian presence in priority areas of operation. We are deepening military interoperability through more complex joint activities”
https://t.co/AVTqQ0o7K9

[Pacific Blue Line @pacblueline]

Dive into the depths with Jason Titifanue!
He talks "Just Transition" narratives peddling mining in order to build "green" technology.

For our oceans health ban #DeepSeaMining
#ProtectOurOcean #PacificBlueLine #JustTransition

watch more here: https://t.co/oMV7yi9tLb

[Equality Fund @equality_fund]

Curious to better understand how Canada’s aid budget is being allocated, we assembled a picture of gender equality investment trends for the last seven years. Our new report, Follow the Money, is the result. Read it today https://t.co/5rTm2SB3Ze

[Pacific Feminist Fund @PacFemFund]

💼 Seeking a Trailblazer in Feminist Grant Making! 🚀Our Co-Lead, Programmes & Innovation, will have a key role in fostering feminist grant-making practices. If you're a visionary leader with a commitment to equity, we encourage you to apply! https://t.co/g2Rm0scUdu

[Mereoni @mereonic]

Mahnnnn, I no longer understand what’s happening in Pool C #RWC2023 Fire ga boys! #Tabusoro play good rugby! Iko tuga #FlyingFijians #TosoVitiToso #taralala

[Pacific Blue Line @pacblueline]

Join us this #ThalassicThursday!!🌊

As we echo the voice of a #DeepSeaMinder & ocean defender – Jonathan Mesulam who continues to fight for the protection for our ocean & the future generation.

Be a deep sea minder today & sign the petition against DSM: https://t.co/z9nPcJR1RQ

[Pasifika Environews @PasifikaNews]

Fiji becomes one of the first nations to sign the historic #HighSeasTreaty at the United Nations, marking a significant step towards the protection and sustainable utilisation of #Marine resources beyond national #maritime boundaries
Read more: https://t.co/Pmv7VP9Vhw

[Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea @undoalos]

68 States have signed the #BBNJ Agreement so far, taking the first steps towards the Agreement’s entry into force, crucial for addressing the triple planetary crisis, and for achieving ocean-related #GlobalGoals and ocean-related goals and targets of #KMGBF.

[Fiji at the UN🇫🇯 @FijiMissionUN]

Fiji maintains its position as a global leader in marine conservation and environmental sustainability by joining the BBNJ Treaty.

[Fiji at the UN🇫🇯 @FijiMissionUN]

Today, Hon. Prime Minister @slrabuka signed the BBNJ Treaty. This historic occasion represents Fiji's unwavering dedication to safeguarding our oceans, promoting international cooperation, and ensuring the sustainability of our marine ecosystems.

[Pacific Blue Line @pacblueline]

He says DSM could disturb the ocean bed, & could release stored carbon dioxide, contradicting climate change efforts. Read more: https://t.co/WQojzcUYjx

[Pacific Blue Line @pacblueline]

🇵🇼 President @Surangeljr calls for global moratorium on #DeepSeaMining at the 78th #UNGA.
"Proponents argue seabed minerals aid renewable transition, but we lack knowledge about
potential impacts on underwater ecosystems."

[Jared Wright @jaredwright17]

🇿🇦😂 Another cracking ad! #RWC2023

This time ft young Rassie and Jacques.

🎥: Switch Energy.

[Pasifika Environews @PasifikaNews]

A coral reef ecologist calls on Pacific Island leaders to challenge the science guiding a decision to discharge treated nuclear water into the Pacific Ocean
#FukushimaWaterRelease
Read more: https://t.co/dRzKraFe0z