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To understand international environmental law, it is of value to have a basic understanding of general international law. International law has been developing over a long period of time, with international environmental law as a sub-sector. International law is generally incorporated in Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).

1979 "World Climate Conference"organised by WMO expressed concern that continued expansion of man's activities on earth may cause significant extended regional and even global changes of climate.

The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants is a global treaty to protect human health and the environment from chemicals that remain intact in the environment for long periods, become widely distributed geographically, accumulate in the fatty issue of humans and wildlife, and have harmful impacts on human health or on the environment.

The dramatic growth in chemicals production and trade has raised public and official concern about the potential risks posed by hazardous chemicals and pesticides. Countries lacking adequate infrastructure to monitor the import and use of these chemicals are particularly vulnerable.

To understand international environmental law, it is of value to have a basic understanding of general international law. International law has been developing over a long period of time, with international environmental law as a sub-sector. International environmental law is generally incorporated in Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).

An account of high level summary of Key Results 2023-2024

The Pacific Weekly ACCESS-S update 22 October 2025

The Pacific Weekly ACCESS-S Update from the Climate and Oceans Support Program in the Pacific

The Pacific Regional Invasive Species Management Support Service (PRISMSS), led by SPREP, is uniting countries, donors, and partners to tackle one of the region’s greatest threats, invasive species. By fostering collaboration, sharing expertise, and scaling up action, PRISMSS is protecting biodiversity, restoring ecosystems, and strengthening climate resilience across the Pacific’s 30,000 islands. With major support from partners like New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the Adaptation Fund, PRISMSS is transforming isolated projects into region-wide programmes with measurable impact. Together, these partnerships are driving innovative, locally led solutions to safeguard the Pacific’s unique natural heritage for generations to come. This partnership video explores the value and impact of PRISMSS through its partnerships...