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Advancing Climate Resilience: Tuvalu’s Voice at the CVF–V20 Ministerial

Tuesday, 14 April 2026

On Day 2 of the IMF/WB Spring Meeting in Washington DC, Amb Dr. Tapugao Falefou, on behalf of Tuvalu, made an intervention at the 16th CVF–V20 Ministerial Dialogue, highlighting the urgent realities facing climate‑vulnerable economies. He underscored how repeated climate shocks continue to erode fiscal space, strain public services, and heighten risks to stability and security across communities in Tuvalu.

Tuvalu Highlights Urgent Climate Finance Gaps at Johns Hopkins Panel

Monday, 13 April 2026

Today in Washington DC, Amb. Tapugao Falefou speak at the Johns Hopkins University on the Science Diplomacy Summit 2026 on a panel titled “Climate Finance: From Commitment to Action.”

Amb. Falefou shared Tuvalu’s perspective as one of the world’s most climate‑vulnerable and geographically isolated nations — where climate finance is not a policy debate but a question of national survival.

Strengthening Global Consensus on Sea-Level Rise: Tuvalu Delivers Joint and National Statements at UN Consultation

Friday, 10 April 2026

Today, at the second informal consultation on the UN Declaration on Sea-Level Rise, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Tapugao Falefou delivered a joint statement on behalf of the Coalition on addressing Sea-Level Rise and its Existential Threats (C-SET), followed by Tuvalu’s national statement.

Addressing the Existential Threat of Sea-Level Rise: Key Insights from the C-SET Expert Workshop

Thursday, 09 April 2026

The Coalition on Addressing Sea-Level Rise and its Existential Threats (C-SET) organized a half-day Expert-Level Thematic Workshop, bringing together leading experts, practitioners, and Member States to deepen understanding across the four key thematic areas identified in the UN High-Level Meeting of September 2024.

The discussions provided valuable insights to help inform ongoing work toward a UN political declaration that responds to the growing urgency of sea-level rise.

Tuvalu Leads Dialogue on Climate Action and Resilience at Asia-Pacific Ministerial Mid-Term Review

Wednesday, 01 April 2026

On 1 April, His Excellency Mr. Tapugao Falefou, chaired and moderated Session 5 on Addressing Climate Change and Building Resilience at the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Mid-term Review of the Doha Programme of Action.

The session brought together Member States and UN agencies to exchange views on strengthening multi-hazard early warning systems, improving disaster risk governance, promoting risk-informed national planning, and supporting community-led adaptation efforts.

Tuvalu Contributes to High-Level Dialogue on Sustainable Graduation and Smooth Transition

Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Tuvalu engaged in the dedicated session on sustainable graduation and smooth transition held on 31 March, where Permanent Secretary Mr. Pasuna Tuaga was one of the speakers.

The discussion emphasized forward-looking policy innovation, practical and country-driven approaches to reducing vulnerability, advancing economic diversification, enhancing resource mobilization, and sustaining inclusive and sustainable growth beyond graduation status.

Advancing LDC Priorities: Tuvalu at the Asia-Pacific Doha Programme of Action Review

Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Tuvalu participated in the Asia-Pacific Regional Review of the Doha Programme of Action, held over two days from 31 March to 1 April in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The delegation was led by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Labour and Trade, Mr. Pasuna Tuaga, and included Ambassador and Permanent Representative H.E. Mr. Tapugao Falefou, and Ms. Puakena Boreham.

The meeting brought together regional leaders and development partners to review progress, address ongoing challenges, and strengthen collaborative efforts in support of the Doha Programme of Action.

Tuvalu Highlights Urgent Climate Action Ahead of COP31

Friday, 27 March 2026

At today’s briefing by the COP31 President-designate, Tuvalu highlighted the urgent need to turn climate commitments into tangible action. The statement emphasized the importance of scaled-up, predictable, and accessible climate finance, particularly for countries most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

Tuvalu Statement at the Ad Hoc Working Group on Smooth Transition for LDC Graduation

Wednesday, 25 March 2026

Tuvalu delivered a statement at the Organizational Session of the Ad Hoc Working Group on Smooth Transition for LDC Graduation. Speaking on behalf of Tuvalu, PR H.E. Mr. Tapugao Falefou highlighted the importance of ensuring that the LDC graduation framework remains responsive to the unique vulnerabilities of small island developing States and supports a smooth and sustainable transition.

Tuvalu Co-Hosts Ocean Pioneers Coalition Reception at the BBNJ Preparatory Commission

Tuesday, 24 March 2026

The Tuvalu Mission was pleased to co-host with France, Panama and Oceano Azul Foundation, a reception for the Ocean Pioneers Coalition on the margins of the BBNJ 3rd Session of the Preparatory Commission. PR Falefou underscored the importance of the BBNJ Agreement for strengthening ocean governance and reaffirmed Tuvalu’s commitment, as a large ocean state, to ambitious and effective implementation.