Fiji, Oct. 29 -- The Pacific Islands are home to some of the world's most extraordinary natural assets.

From the tropical forests of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands to the coral reefs, mangroves and vast ocean ecosystems that connect the region, these landscapes and seascapes sustain livelihoods, cultures and economies while delivering environmental benefits to the world.

Yet these countries and communities face an extraordinary injustice.

They contribute less than 0.03 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions but confront some of the most severe consequences of climate change.

The Pacific's annual adaptation financing needs alone are estimated at US$3.3 billion.

At recent Pre-COP31 discussions in Fiji, Pacific leaders reitera...