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Small island states press climate and ocean concerns at UN debate
750,000km²
Tuvalu was described as responsible for approximately 750,000 square kilometres of ocean.
Leaders from small island and coastal states called for climate justice, ocean protection and stronger international cooperation during the fourth day of the UN General Assembly’s high-level debate.
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Small island state leaders demanded climate justice, ocean protection and greater solidarity at the UN General Assembly.
“leaders from small island States demanded climate justice, ocean protection and greater solidarity”
AllegedTuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo said sea-level rise was a present reality.
“sea-level rise was “a present reality””
- 750,000km²
Tuvalu was described as responsible for approximately 750,000 square kilometres of ocean.
“responsible for some 750,000 square kilometres of ocean”