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Ralph Regenvanu, Vanuatu’s Climate Change envoy, criticized Australia and the US for relying on failed treaties during ICJ climate hearings. He emphasized that climate destruction violates international law and called …
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Ralph Regenvanu, Vanuatu’s Special Envoy for Climate Change, criticized major emitters such as Australia and the US during the ICJ climate hearings. He condemned their reliance on outdated treaties and …
Vanuatu’s Climate Envoy Critiques Major Emitters at ICJ Hearings Read More
On December 5, 2024, the ICJ in The Hague held hearings on the obligations of UN member states regarding climate change. Nations such as the Solomon Islands, India, and Iran …
ICJ Hearings Stress Climate Justice as Legal Obligation for Developed Nations Read More
Vanuatu recently lost its visa-free access to the EU due to security concerns related to its citizenship by investment program, marking significant repercussions for the nation. This has prompted Solomon …
Vanuatu’s CBI Program Fallout: A Warning for Nauru and Solomon Islands Read More
Australia’s recent alignment with fossil fuel exporters over climate change initiatives highlights a significant tension in its role as a partner to the Pacific. This week, Australia defended its fossil …
Australia’s Climate Dilemma: Choosing Fossil Fuels Over Pacific Partnerships Read More
Australia has chosen to align itself with fossil fuel-exporting nations in a legal battle initiated by Vanuatu regarding obligations to combat climate change. This evolution raises questions about Australia’s environmental …
Australia’s Climate Dilemma: Partner to the Pacific or Fossil Fuel Exporter? Read More
Small island states, led by Vanuatu, urged the International Court of Justice to hold high-emitting nations accountable for climate change impacts beyond existing treaties. Legal representatives highlighted the existential threats …
Small Island States Urge ICJ to Enforce Climate Justice Beyond Treaties Read More
The ICJ has released an updated schedule for oral hearings on climate change obligations, responding to a UNGA request. Notably, OPEC has withdrawn from presenting. The hearings, starting December 2, …
International Court of Justice Revises Hearing Schedule on Climate Obligations Read More
The ICJ in The Hague has started hearings regarding the legal obligations of UN member states to protect against climate change. Initiated by Pacific Islanders, the case aims to highlight …
Youth-Led Climate Change Case Begins at the ICJ in The Hague Read More
Small island states, spearheaded by Vanuatu, have called upon the International Court of Justice to examine international obligations regarding climate change, emphasizing that high-emitting nations have violated international law. The …
Small Island States Urge ICJ to Expand Legal Accountability on Climate Change Read More