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Pacific Islands Host Leaders Ahead of COP31 to Push Emission Cuts

Fiji, Palau and Tuvalu will host world leaders and climate ministers ahead of COP31, aiming to pressure larger nations into cutting emissions faster.

Fiji, Palau and Tuvalu are set to welcome world leaders and climate ministers in the run‑up to COP31. The trio hopes to spotlight the urgent climate crisis faced by small island states and spur larger countries to step up emission‑cutting commitments.

By hosting the summit, the islands aim to draw global attention to their existential threat and push for accelerated action from major emitters.