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Cover and source: Government of Tuvalu
Policies and plans
Tuvalu's updated nationally determined contribution reiterates the country's commitment to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the adoption of further adaptation measures for the small island developing state.
Cover_Food for thought Climate change risk and food (in)security in Tuvalu
Documents and publications
This study evaluates the risk of climate change from the perspective of food security domain considering exposure to flood hazard.
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Documents and publications
This research study on Community-based Early Warning Early Action (EWEA) in the Pacific has explored opportunities for strengthening EWEA in the Pacific, focusing on Tuvalu as a case study.
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Documents and publications
This country profile for Tuvalu provides a summary of available evidence on climate hazards, health vulnerabilities, health impacts and progress to date in health sector efforts to realize a climate-resilient health system.
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Drills using natural disaster scenarios are teaching young people new habits around being prepared and knowing what to do during and after major weather events.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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As Pacific braces for rainfall Tuvalu battles drought, the Fiji military pivots from the pandemic to preparing for disaster, and the latest approaches to taking the disaster preparedness message to the people of the Pacific.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Cover and source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Documents and publications
Pacific Risk Profile is a snapshot of climate and disaster risk information that is collected from credible open data sources. It is intended to provide DFAT program managers and implementing partners with easy access to essential risk information.
Documents and publications
This legal study is part of a wider project which aims to strengthen the capacity of selected Pacific atoll island countries to cope with the long-term adverse impacts of climate change and boost their resilience.

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