Unlocking sustainable finance, key to transition to blue and green economy for Pacific SIDS

Apia, SAMOA – A timely policy dialogue held this week in Apia discussed ways to unlock sustainable finance solutions for Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

This is recognition of the critical role sustainable finance plays in accelerating the transition to inclusive, climate-resilient, and sustainable economies across Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa, and Tokelau.

Co-hosted by the Apia-based United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Multi-Country Office for Samoa, Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau, and Samoa’s Ministry of Finance,  the policy dialogue brought together over 60 participants, including Pacific leaders, technical experts, development partners, and financial institutions from around the region.