27 May 2026, Alofi – The Pacific’s efforts to strengthen early warning systems and climate resilience continue to gather momentum across the region, namely in Kiribati, Niue and Papua New Guinea.

It follows the completion of the Weather Ready Pacific (WRP) Programme specialised Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) training. CAP is a globally recognised standard and messaging format that enables faster, clearer and more coordinated emergency warnings across multiple communication channels simultaneously. 

The Pacific’s ability to protect lives, livelihoods, and economies from increasingly frequent and severe weather hazards has taken another important step forward through the Weather Ready Pacific (WRP) Programme. The programme is the brainchild of the Pacific Meteorological Council and is being implemented by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP).

4 July 2025, Port Vila – In a significant boost to Vanuatu's climate communication efforts, 24 staff members of the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department (VMGD) have been equipped with practical skills to design and execute impactful community outreach activities.