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UNFCCC chief Simon Stiell warned in Fiji that extreme heat is increasing risks during pregnancy and childbirth. He called for maternal and newborn health to be included in countries’ climate plans.
The survey was conducted among maternal health professionals in five countries across five continents.
Pacific defence ministers agreed to take a phased approach to expanding the Pacific Response Group, prioritising humanitarian and disaster relief capabilities before adding stabilisation operations. They also stressed the need for regional consensus and consideration of legal immunities.
Seven countries were represented at the South Pacific Defence Ministers' Meeting.
The UN pre-COP climate gathering in Nadi closed after about 4,000 attendees and Pacific leaders urged action on 1.5C, climate finance and ocean health. COP31 host Murat Kurum urged wealthy countries to spend much more on climate action.
AllegedAustralia said 4,000 people from 60 nations would attend the talks.
Coal extraction allowed under the Hunter Valley Operations expansion
Fiji declared a national HIV emergency after infections rose sharply, with crystal meth use and needle sharing contributing to transmission. The report adds that treatment access remains limited and projects 25,000 people living with HIV by 2029 if the trend continues.
Babies born with HIV in 2025
The proposed bicameral parliament would have 60 seats.