Pacific nations have closed a week of landmark climate talks in Apia, Samoa, with a united call for increased global support and decisive regional action to address the escalating impacts of climate change. The back-to-back gatherings—inaugural Youth Dialogue on Loss and Damage (7-8 August 2025), the Second Pacific Regional Dialogue on Climate Loss and Damage (11–12 August 2025) and the Pacific Climate Change Roundtable (13–15 August 2025)—were hosted by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) and brought together government leaders, technical experts, civil society representatives, and international development partners.
The meetings marked a critical moment in the Pacific’s climate response, offering a platform to exchange knowledge, coordinate strategies, and strengthen the region’s collective voice in global climate negotiations. The Dialogue focused on urgent measures to address climate-related loss and damage, while the Roundtable expanded discussions to encompass adaptation, resilience-building, and sustainable development pathways.
