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H.E. Tapugao Falefou, Permanent Representative of Tuvalu and Chair of PSIDS, delivered the PSIDS statement this morning at the UN General Assembly to mark the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter

Vendredi, 27 Juin 2025

H.E. Tapugao Falefou, Permanent Representative of Tuvalu and Chair of PSIDS, delivered the PSIDS statement this morning at the UN General Assembly to mark the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter

He reaffirmed the Pacific’s longstanding commitment to the Charter’s principles, highlighting contributions to peacekeeping, international law, ocean governance, and climate diplomacy.

H.E. Mr. Tapugao Falefou, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Tuvalu, who was invited by the Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States (OHRLLS).

Mercredi, 04 Juin 2025

H.E. Mr. Tapugao Falefou, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Tuvalu, who was invited by the Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States (OHRLLS) to participate in the High-Level Experts Group Meeting.

During this significant event, Ambassador Falefou delivered a keynote address on the vital topic of “Achieving Scale and Sustainability” in the establishment of an Online University dedicated to serving the Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

Tuvalu participation at the UN Bazaar 2025

Mardi, 03 Juin 2025

This year, Tuvalu proudly took part in the UN International Bazaar held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. We were honored to be part of this special occasion and would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our Pacific Islands family-Fiji, Samoa, Australia, and others for their wonderful ideas, teamwork, and efforts in showcasing the beauty and diversity of our cultures to the world.

Ambassador of Tuvalu to the United Nations, H.E. Mr Tapugao Falefou, and the Ambassador of Germany H.E. Mr Thomas Zahneisen witnessed a new contribution agreement

Mardi, 27 Mai 2025

This afternoon, the Ambassador of Tuvalu to the United Nations, H.E. Mr Tapugao Falefou, and the Ambassador of Germany H.E. Mr Thomas Zahneisen witnessed a new contribution agreement, marking Germany’s commitment of EUR 1 million to the Rising Nations Initiative through the Global Centre for Climate Mobility (GCCM).

This contribution will support the creation of a digital repository to safeguard Tuvalu’s culture, history, and heritage, an essential part of protecting our identity and sovereignty as a Pacific atoll nation on the frontlines of climate change.

Joint PSIDS Statement Delivered by H.E Mr Tapugao Falefou

Mardi, 27 Mai 2025

Today at the United Nations Headquarters, the Chair of the Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS), H.E. Mr. Tapugao Falefou, Permanent Representative of Tuvalu to the UN, delivered the joint PSIDS statement.

The statement highlighted the value of South-South Cooperation in delivering practical, locally driven solutions for SIDS, from advancing regional resilience initiatives to improving digital access in low-connectivity environments.

Tuvalu Speaks on Behalf of PSIDS on FfD4 Draft Outcome

Jeudi, 15 Mai 2025

Tuvalu Speaks on Behalf of PSIDS on FfD4 Draft Outcome.

On 2 May 2025, the Permanent Representative of Tuvalu, in his capacity as Chair of the Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS), delivered general remarks on the draft outcome document for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4).

Partnered with Project Starling

Jeudi, 15 Mai 2025

The Permanent Representative of Tuvalu, in the capacity of PSIDS Chair, partnered with Project Starling to host a private breakfast meeting at the Commonwealth Joint Office in New York on 15 May 2025.

The meeting brought together PSIDS Permanent Representatives and advisers for an open and forward-looking exchange on Pacific priorities ahead of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville.

The discussion served as an important moment to stay informed, aligned, and prepared for the critical weeks ahead.
 

Conclusion of the First Session of the BBNJ Preparatory Commission in New York

Lundi, 05 Mai 2025

At the conclusion of the first session of the BBNJ Preparatory Commission, PSIDS delegates gathered for a team photo following two weeks of sustained and coordinated engagement.

Represented by multiple Pacific nations, PSIDS delivered detailed statements across nearly all agenda items, including finance, capacity-building, governance issues, benefit-sharing, and the clearing house mechanism.