Biden tells Pacific islands leaders he'll act on their warnings about climate change
Biden said his administration is requesting Congress approve $200 million in new assistance for the region, including financing to help the islands prepare for climate and natural hazards.
by The Associated Press
Sep 25, 2023
3 minutes
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday told leaders from the 18-member Pacific Islands Forum that he has heard their warnings about the impact of climate change on their region and that his administration is committed to helping them meet the challenge.
Pacific islands leaders gathered on Monday for the start of a two-day Washington summit. Many have been for not doing enough to control climate change despite being responsible for much of the problem, and for
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