Island nations sign climate solidarity declaration in Indonesia

Dozens of island nations signed a declaration in Indonesia to boost solidarity and cooperation on fighting climate threats, including rising sea levels.
Thirty-two island states across the world signed the joint declaration and took part in the two-day meeting of the Archipelagic and Island States Forum. The forum "agreed to uphold the principles of solidarity, equality and inclusiveness as a common basis for cooperation", Indonesian President Joko Widodo said.
The declaration called for all members to prioritize "climate change mitigation, adaptation and disaster management" as well as protection of the marine environment. It also called for "good maritime governance" and "creation of sustainable economic development" of the blue economy, a term for activity on the World's oceans, seas and coastlines.