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The Pacific region is by far the largest in terms of surface and is characterized by coral reefs found only around oceanic islands making the region unique. The Pacific region includes more than 25,000 islands. The tropical Pacific region supports approximately 27% (about 66,000 km2) of the total global area of coral reefs. Coral reefs are in integral part of the Pacific culture and provide crucial food resources (25-100% of dietary protein) among many other socio-economic benefits

The Pacific Battler Lounge is a place for casual interviews with key experts and Pacific practitioners on key invasive species issues in the Pacific. The Battler lounge will be a regular key collaboration initiative moving forward. This inaugural Lounge session will focus on several PRISMSS regional programmes and announce the 2020 Pacific Battle of the year.

This session will present the key elements of the draft framework for 2021-2025 and introduce the role of the Pacific Islands Roundtable for Nature Conservation (PIRT) in promoting the Framework and monitoring progress. Representatives of Pacific governments, NGOs the CBD Secretariat and global donor organizations will speak about the significance of the new Framework for nature and prople in the Pacific

As one of the most bio diverse region in the world in PICTs, the use of ecosystem-based approaches to address climate change issue would be a relevant way of ensuring that adaptation measures are taken, while preserving both the natural and cultural heritage of Pacific Islands

This session will explore:What we are doing to put in place and safeguard sustainable Ocean economies What approaches and initiatives can help us in the region Recognize that sustainable ocean economy is multidisciplinary but ensure that conservation/environment remains key pillar

This session will explore consumption and production as driving forces of Pacific Island economies and how governments, private sector and community stakeholder are using natural resources in a sustainable manner. This session will discuss policy and national approaches to sustainable production of island resources, such as in the agriculture sector, by ensuring food security while generating revenue for communities and local businesses.

This session will highlight achievements and challenges for sustainable tourism and nature-based tourism in the region. It will do so by sharing examples whilst making an analysis of important dimensions such as: 1. Feasibility, also considering the impact of COVID-19 2. Measuring sustainability 3. Nature-based tourism

This session will explore the management and application of water quality parameters in the case of New Caledonia and Fiji outlining the difficulties, successes and practical application to other similar situations around the Pacific. It will explore widely how and what a freshwater health index can be applied to the Pacific Islands its suitability and sustainability. How to interpret the data in terms of conservation status and learning from traditional knowledge and the use of new approaches and technologies to respond to emerging pressures such as climate change and pandemics.

Illustrate the current state of marine habitats on the Pacific - mangroves, coral reefs, and seagrasses Economic value, ecosystems services, social and cultural value of these habitats to Pacific Island people Ongoing efforts to address multiple threats and stresses on these habitats including climate change - community level national and regional level

This session will explore how an expanded focus on identity, appropriate education, cultural heritage and traditional knowledge in conservation approaches can contribute to more inclusive, participatory and appropriate conservation in the region