Pacific Islands Development Forum 26

06/10/2026

🌊 𝗢𝗖𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗨𝗦 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗖𝗢𝗣 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁
🌊💙 Inspiring conversations on the vital connection between our oceans and climate action were shared during the OCEAN-CLIMATE NEXUS Storytelling: Pre-COP Community Event that was held at the University of Fiji’s Saweni Campus in Lautoka.

The community event brought together students, academics, climate advocates, and development partners to explore the important role of the ocean in addressing climate change.

The event was co-hosted by the University of Fiji, the Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF), Asia Pacific Regulatory Centre (APRC), Minderoo Foundation, and Artesano Productions.

Through storytelling, dialogue, and community engagement, participants reflected on the challenges facing the Pacific and the collective actions needed to protect our Blue Pacific Continent.

A highlight of the programme was the launch of "𝘝𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯", a publication by APRC that uses stories, poetry, and artwork to share children’s lived experiences of climate change.

The book amplifies young Pacific voices and their perspectives on the realities and impacts of a changing climate.

The day also featured an exclusive screening of "𝘖𝘊𝘌𝘈𝘕 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘋𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘥 𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩", followed by an engaging Ocean Talks panel discussion.

The panel of speakers were ocean and climate experts and advocates that explored the critical role of ocean protection and restoration as an integral part of climate action, emphasizing the need for stronger efforts to safeguard marine ecosystems for future generations.

The Ocean Talks panel discussion was moderated by Mrs Claudia Chatti - Impact Producer, Artesano Productions.

The panel of speakers were:-

- Mr Seve Paeniu - Consultant-Head of Corporate Services, University of Fiji
- Mr Fenton Lutunatabua - Regional Director, 350 Pacific
- Mr Kal Glanznig - Australia's Youth Ocean Advocate for COP31
- Ms Kesaya Baba - Senior Manager, COP31 Strategy and Partnerships, WWF-Australia
- Ms Anne Mary Vikatoria Raduva - SODELPA Political candidate and Climate Activist.

06/10/2026

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
The Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF) was pleased to partner with the Asia Pacific Regulatory Centre (APRC) in the launch of its Voices of the Pacific Children book at the University of Fiji, Saweni Campus, Lautoka.

PIDF Secretary General, Ms Arpana Pratap highlighted the importance of sharing children’s lived experiences of climate change.

“Children are living the realities of climate change every day, and sharing their lived experiences helps ensure their voices are heard and their stories inspire meaningful action,” Ms Pratap said.

“The lived experiences of children on the frontlines of climate change are powerful reminders of why urgent climate action is needed.”

APRC's Climate Education Project Lead for the Accelerating Climate Education (ACE) Program, Sunishma Singh, said that one of the key purposes of developing the book was to create a bridge between children’s lived experiences of climate change and the people involved in shaping climate policy, education and action.

The book launch event was attended by year 6 students of Gurukul Primary School and year 9 students at Pt. Vishnu Deo Memorial College as well as the University of Fiji students.

02/10/2026

🌊 Join us on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, for a special community event bringing together storytelling, climate action, and inspiring conversations on protecting and restoring our Blue Pacific Continent.

🎥 Hear powerful stories
🌱 Explore climate solutions
🌊 Learn why ocean protection is climate action
🤝 Connect with community members, leaders, and experts

📍 More details are on the flyer. Register by scanning the QR code.

🌊 OCEAN – Climate Storytelling Showcase

Join us on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 for a special community event bringing together storytelling, climate action and conversations about protecting our Blue Pacific Continent.

The programme will feature the launch of “Voices of Pacific Children” by Joel Abraham, followed by a screening of “OCEAN with David Attenborough” and an Ocean Talks panel discussion with ocean-climate experts exploring protection and restoration as an integral part of climate action.

📍 Asia Pacific Regulatory Centre
🕙 Programme begins at 10.00am
☕ Morning tea and lunch provided

The University of Fiji is pleased to be part of this collaborative event alongside the Pacific Islands Development Forum, Asia Pacific Regulatory Centre, Minderoo Foundation and Artesano Productions.

Scan the QR code on the invitation to RSVP.

🌊 Working together for the Blue Pacific Continent.

30/09/2026

🌊📢 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗖𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗨𝗦 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗖𝗢𝗣 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁!

Join us for an exclusive screening of the internationally acclaimed film ‘𝘖𝘊𝘌𝘈𝘕 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘋𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘥 𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩’, followed by a panel discussion on the importance of ocean protection and restoration in climate action.

📍 University of Fiji, Saweni Campus, Lautoka
📅 October 6, 2026.
📱 Scan the QR code in the flyer to register
📑 Program details on the flyer

➡ Register and be part of the conversation on why our oceans matter in the fight against the harsh realities of climate change.

23/09/2026

📣📣𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱!
The Pacific Islands Development Forum, Minderoo Foundation, and Artesano Productions warmly invites you to '𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻: 𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲', a special Pre-COP31 side event.

Join us for an inspiring film screening and conversation that highlights the powerful connection between ocean health and climate action🐟🐢🪸🌎

Together, let's champion a simple but important message: 𝙊𝙘𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙨𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙚.

📅 October 8, 2026
🕒 10.15am – 11am
📍 Convention 3, Crowne Plaza
🔗 Register via https://greenzone-precop31.com/register
📱Scan the QR code in the flyer to register

Come along, be part of the conversation, and help amplify the Pacific's call for ocean-centered climate action.🌊
Fiji Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Fiji Government | PIANGO Pacific 2030 | Pacific Islands Private Sector Organisation | Social Empowerment and Education Program- SEEP | United Nations ESCAP Pacific Office | IUCN Oceania | Minderoo Foundation | Oxfam in the Pacific | 350 Pacific | Conservation International |

20/09/2026

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗜 🌊🌍The Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF) Secretary General, Ms Arpana Pratap, shares her thoughts on the potential collaborations between Qingdao City, China and Pacific Island Countries in the areas of sustainable development and climate resilience.

Ms Pratap shared that Qingdao City’s strong marine oriented industrial and scientific base while Pacific Island Countries have a huge ocean resource base, can unlock new opportunities for innovation, sustainable ocean management, and stronger climate resilience across the region. 🌏💙

20/09/2026

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗜 🌱Empowering communities, strengthening livelihoods and building a sustainable Pacific through our Food and Nutrition Security and Blue Economy initiatives, the Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF), continues to turn partnerships into meaningful action that creates sustainable impact across the region.🌍

Across the Pacific, the Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF) stands as a powerful catalyst for sustainable development, bringing together government, businesses, stakeholders, and communities to shape a future that is resilient, inclusive, and economically sustainable.

Since its establishment in 2013, the PIDF has been grounded on its function to secure the support of development partners through formal agreements for technical assistance and financial resources to achieve sustainable development and poverty eradication outcomes.

That is precisely what the PIDF has achieved through its Food and Nutrition Security and Blue Economy initiatives, mobilizing resources and funding to empower communities, strengthen livelihoods, and foster long-term self-sufficiency and sustainability.

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14/09/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 & 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲
The Prime Minister of Fiji, Honorable Sitiveni Rabuka, commended the Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF) and New Valley Processors (Fiji) Pte Ltd (NVPL) for their strategic partnership and steadfast commitment to delivering initiatives that strengthen farmers’ livelihoods, create sustainable economic opportunities, and drive Fiji’s economic growth.

Hon. Prime Minister made these remarks following a meeting with the PIDF Secretary General, Ms Arpana and the NVPL Chairman, Mr Vinesh Rai and their teams in Sabeto, Nadi.

Discussions focused on the Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF) and its role in advancing sustainable, inclusive, and resilient agricultural development and the transition towards green economy in the Pacific.

The Pacific Fresh AirLink (PFAL) project was discussed at length, including strengthening farmer engagement, expanding sustainable production, enhancing market access, and developing strategic partnerships.

These efforts were discussed in the context of promoting food security, climate resilience, green economic opportunities, and inclusive growth, while strengthening Fiji’s agricultural sector and contributing to broader Pacific development priorities.

The PIDF Secretary General, Ms. Pratap was pleased to meet with the Honorable Prime Minister and thanked him for his time, while highlighting some of PIDF’s work and the PFAL project.

“This was a good opportunity for me to share with the Honorable Prime Minister, on the impact of the PFAL project that the PIDF has been carrying out in partnership with New Valley,” Ms Pratap said.

“The Honorable Prime Minister shared some good ideas and made suggestions on ways to scale up the PFAL project and areas to tap into for future projects, which were very helpful to the PIDF.

During the meeting, the Honorable Prime Minister also shared the importance of supporting small scale farmers, reminding the PIDF and NVPL that small scale farmers also play an important role in Fiji’s economy.

Noting the impact of the PFAL project in the Northern Pacific, the Honorable Prime Minister also shared the importance of strengthening regional partnerships in trade, which is one of the key objectives of the PFAL project.

“Through the PFAL project and partnership with NVPL, the PIDF is driving a regional supply chain connecting Fijian farmers with Northern Pacific markets,” Ms Pratap said.

“Around one tonne of fresh produce is currently exported weekly to the Republic of Naoero, with plans to expand to the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and Palau.”

The NVPL is one of the major food processing operators based out of Sabeto, Nadi with an existing cluster of farmers across Viti Levu that produces high value crops that are processed for both the local and export markets.

The NVPL works closely with farmers across Viti Levu to mobilize and consolidate locally grown agricultural produce, ensuring that each consignment out of Fiji to the Republic of Naoero, meets the required standards for both quality and quantity.

“This coordinated approach brings together farmers, private-sector partners, buyers and regional service providers to create a more efficient and sustainable supply chain because at the end of the day, our goal to help improve the livelihoods of the farmers” Ms Pratap said.

The Honorable Prime Minister commended the PIDF and the NVPL for the work being undertaken to strengthen Fiji's agricultural sector, improve farmer livelihoods and expand regional trade.

He recognised the potential of the PFAL initiative and NVPL's farmer development initiatives to contribute to broader agricultural and economic development.

Ms. Pratap added that the meeting with the Honorable Prime Minister provided strong reassurance of the Fiji Government’s support for farmer-focused development initiatives, which the PIDF remains committed to advancing and strengthening across Fiji and the Pacific.
Office of the Prime Minister, Republic of Fiji Fiji Government Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka Navi Tuivuniwai

08/09/2026

𝗣𝗕𝗧𝗙𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗜 📌Join us in Nadi for the first-ever 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 & 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, where importers and distributors from Naoero, Kiribati, the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia will meet with Fiji's producers and manufacturers.
Nauru Airlines

31/08/2026

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗜 🌱Fijian farmers are helping to meet the growing demand for fresh agricultural produce in the Republic of Naoero, after the second pilot consignment of export-quality produce departed Nadi Airport last week.🌾

FIJI has sent a second pilot consignment of export-quality agricultural produce to the Republic of Naoero, as demand grows for fresh food in the Northern Pacific.

The consignment departed Nadi Airport last night on a Nauru Airlines flight, less than a week after the first consignment.

Pacific Islands Development Forum (PIDF) Secretary General Arpana Pratap said the swift preparation of the second shipment demonstrated both the demand for fresh produce in the Northern Pacific and Fiji’s ability to meet it.

“It is encouraging to see that we are able to send the second consignment within a week,” Pratap said.

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