Fiji, Tuvalu and Australia are preparing to host the official COP31 Pre-COP ministerial meeting and Leaders’ event from October 5 to 8, bringing global climate decision-makers to the Pacific ahead of the main UN climate conference.
The formal Pre-COP meeting will take place in Nadi, Fiji, while the Leaders’ event will include activities in Tuvalu and Fiji.
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Key Highlights
Important points readers should notice.
Official COP31 Pre-COP meetings will take place from October 5 to 8.
Fiji, Tuvalu and Australia are partnering to deliver the Pre-COP ministerial meeting and Leaders’ event.
The formal Pre-COP meeting will be held in Nadi, Fiji.
Key priorities include the 1.5°C goal, climate finance, oceans and Pacific leadership.
COP31 will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9 to 20, 2026.
The meetings are intended to build momentum for negotiations ahead of COP31, which will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9 to 20, 2026.
The Pacific partners are seeking greater attention to the region’s climate priorities, including keeping the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C within reach, improving access to climate finance, strengthening the role of oceans in climate action and amplifying Pacific voices and leadership.
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Why This Matters
Pacific island nations face significant climate risks, including rising sea levels and other climate-related impacts. The Pre-COP meetings give the region an opportunity to bring its concerns and priorities into global climate negotiations.
