AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoClimate Science: A fight over the timing of the next IPCC reports has erupted at COP31. Saudi Arabia, India and Russia are pushing to delay some reports until after the 2028 global stocktake, raising concerns that countries could lack timely science to guide climate action. Tuvalu on the Front Line: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his visit to Tuvalu showed how storm surges, drought and saltwater intrusion are threatening homes, water supplies and livelihoods, with Super El Niño worsening pressures. Pacific Climate Finance: Pacific leaders say island nations receive just 0.2% of global adaptation finance. A regional envoy is seeking US$500 million for the Pacific Resilience Facility to fund locally led projects, while calling for simpler access to climate money. COP31 Divide: Island states are pressing for faster emissions cuts, while fossil fuel producers defend continued use of coal, oil and gas, leaving negotiators struggling to find common ground.
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