Earlier last week at COP30, the BBC spoke with Coral Pasisi, SPC’s Director of Climate Change & Sustainability, on the urgency of the climate crisis and what this year’s summit could deliver.
- The interview highlighted how critical the situation has become for island nations experiencing accelerating climate impacts.
- The discussion explored the need for stronger support from developed countries, including finance and action grounded in science.
- Expectations for COP30 were outlined, focusing on progress for ambition and Loss and Damage.
- Hopes were also shared for meaningful breakthroughs in Belém.
The 30th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is taking place from 10-21 November 2025 in Belem, Brazil.
It is being attended by Pacific leaders and their delegations, who are advocating for the survival of Pacific communities who continue to be at the forefront of climate change impacts.
Support for our Pacific Islands at COP30 is coordinated through the One CROP mechanism led by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) with Pacific Islands Development Program, Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency, Pacific Island Forum Secretariat, Pacific ocean commissioner and Pacific Community.
