GCTF Workshop on Climate Change Resilience Held in Tuvalu

The GCTF workshop on climate resilience was held in Tuvalu from August 15-16, jointly organized by Taiwan, the U.S., Australia, Japan, and Tuvalu. It attracted over 60 participants from several nations and featured discussions on climate policy, with field visits to local adaptation projects. This initiative furthers the GCTF’s objective to promote solutions for global issues since its foundation in 2015.

Taiwan, the United States, Australia, Japan, and Tuvalu collaboratively organized the workshop titled “Building Climate Change Resilience for Small Island States,” held on August 15-16 in Funafuti. This event marked the inaugural GCTF workshop conducted in Tuvalu, aimed at addressing critical global climate issues and developing sustainable solutions.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that over 60 participants attended from the organizing nations, along with attendees from Palau, the Marshall Islands, and Sweden. Notable figures included Brenton Garlick from the Australian High Commission, Michael Glees from the U.S. Agency for International Development, and Minister Maina Talia of Tuvalu.

During the workshop, participants engaged in discussions on policy measures and explored avenues for enhancing multilateral cooperation. Additionally, they visited land reclamation sites and floating solar energy systems, integral to the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project.

Since its inception in 2015 by Taiwan and the U.S., the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) has provided a vital platform for addressing global challenges. The collaboration has expanded over the years to include partners such as Japan, Australia, and Canada, with events held beyond the founding countries since 2021.

The workshop emphasized the importance of international collaboration in tackling climate change impacts on small island states. With participation from multiple countries, the event facilitated valuable discussions on policy and innovative solutions like land reclamation and solar energy. The ongoing efforts under the GCTF signify a commitment to addressing global environmental challenges collectively.

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