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 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 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.

The Permanent Representative of Tuvalu pictured with fellow representatives from various countries during the Bellagio Convening, reflecting the strong spirit of international cooperation that defined the discussions. The convening brought together representatives from different regions and sectors, united by a shared commitment to advancing resilient prosperity and supporting vulnerable communities.