"The global fallout of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz may create the impression that the world cannot function without fossil fuels. Nothing could be further from the truth. Every single industry can and must decarbonise."
"The first steps have already been made. In 2025, member states of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed on a policy mechanism to cut shipping emissions: the Net-Zero Framework (NZF)."
"Should anyone reopen the framework to water it down, our position is clear: We will revert to our original Pacific demand for a universal levy on emissions of $150 per tonne of carbon dioxide."
Pacific Island states are committed to maintaining the integrity of climate shipping agreements, particularly the Net-Zero Framework. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to misconceptions about the necessity of fossil fuels. All industries must decarbonize, and global shipping can do so effectively with existing technology. The International Maritime Organization has made initial steps towards reducing shipping emissions, but delays in formal adoption reflect resistance to climate action. Pacific Island representatives will advocate for a robust agreement and threaten to revert to a universal carbon levy if necessary.
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