The “Building Climate Change Resilience for Small Island States” workshop took place on August 15-16, 2024, in Tuvalu, organized by Taiwan, the U.S., Australia, Japan, and Tuvalu. The event engaged over 60 delegates from various nations in sharing policy measures and exploring collaborative solutions to combat climate change, including field visits to relevant projects.
The inaugural workshop titled “Building Climate Change Resilience for Small Island States” was conducted on August 15-16, 2024, in Funafuti, Tuvalu. Jointly organized by Taiwan, the United States, Australia, Japan, and the host nation Tuvalu, the event aimed to address urgent global climate issues. Over 60 delegates from the organizing countries, as well as representatives from Palau, the Marshall Islands, and Sweden, participated. Notable attendees included Brenton Garlick from the Australian High Commission and Michael Glees from the U.S. Agency for International Development.
During the workshop, participants shared best practices and discussed strategies for enhancing multilateral collaboration. Field trips were conducted to observe projects related to land reclamation and floating solar energy systems, part of the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project. Since its inception in 2015 by Taiwan and the U.S., the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) has played a vital role in facilitating discussions aimed at addressing global challenges. The GCTF has since expanded to include Japan, Australia, and Canada, with events being held internationally since 2021.
Climate change poses significant challenges, particularly for small island states that are disproportionately affected by rising sea levels and extreme weather events. The GCTF initiative provides a platform for nations to collaborate on robust solutions to enhance resilience against climate impacts. This workshop represents a critical step in fostering international cooperation in climate adaptation, leveraging shared expertise for effective policy formulation and implementation.
The “Building Climate Change Resilience for Small Island States” workshop marks a significant advancement in international efforts to address climate change impacts on vulnerable regions. With diverse participants collaborating on innovative solutions, the event exemplifies the importance of multilateral cooperation in developing effective resilience strategies. The GCTF remains a key forum for driving these global discussions forward, ensuring sustainable progress in combating climate threats.
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