Fiji, Sept. 8 -- Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele opened the Pacific ACP Leaders Meeting in Honiara today with a call for solidarity, stronger representation, and urgent climate action as the region prepares for key global negotiations.

"On behalf of the Government and People of Solomon Islands, I extend to all of you a very warm welcome to the Solomon Islands. It is an honour and privilege to host our meeting of Pacific ACP Leaders here in Honiara," Manele said.

He acknowledged Tonga as the outgoing chair, crediting its leadership for progress on the Samoa Agreement, Pacific climate diplomacy at COP28 and COP29, and the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF).

"The signing of the Samoa Agreement in 2023 set a renewed framework...