Climate change poses the greatest direct threat to human security and development in Pacific Island countries, according to Fijian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Solo Mara.
Speaking to the Pacific Islands Society at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) Tuesday night, Mr. Mara elaborated on the contested concept of security and how climate change has now become the top security priority in the region. Recognizing the recent shift to the Pacific by major powers, Mr. Mara insisted that partnerships toward development must be based on mutual understanding of the human security needs of Pacific Island countries (PICs).
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