Fiji, Sept. 12 -- Kiribati President Taneti Maamau says the International Court of Justice (ICJ) advisory opinion on climate change is a landmark decision that strengthens the fight for accountability and action on behalf of vulnerable nations.

Speaking at a side event on the ICJ opinion in Honiara at the margins of the Forum Leaders Meeting, President Maamau said the ruling is a breakthrough for small island states.

"The ICJ advisory opinion is a milestone and a great achievement for the global family, especially those facing the dire consequences of climate change, mostly in our part of the world, the Pacific region," he said.

He said the opinion provides legal clarity on the obligations of states and the consequences small island co...