Fiji, April 14 -- Kiribati Women Minister Ruth Cross Kwansing says Pacific leaders are shifting from talk to action as the region prepares for the next global climate talks, warning the focus must be on real solutions for frontline communities.

Speaking after the Meeting of the Pacific Political Climate Champions, Kwansing said the region is aligning its strategy ahead of COP31.

"An important moment for our region as we transition from the lessons of COP30 in Brazil to the urgent preparations for COP31 in Antalya, Turkiye," She said in a social media post.

She said her role as Political Champion for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion is driving a stronger regional push.

"As the Political Champion for Gender Equality and Social Inclu...