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'Australia's first climate migrants' fighting to be heard at COP31

November 07, 2026 • 08:00 PM

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Despite Australia preparing to lead negotiations at this year's COP31 climate talks in Türkiye, Torres Strait Islanders living with rising seas say their experiences are being overlooked.

'Australia's first climate migrants' fighting to be heard at COP31

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Some community members argue Australia cannot claim climate leadership in the Pacific while communities on its own doorstep face an uncertain future.

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