Lawyers urged to step up in climate fight
Fiji's Minister for Climate Change and Information, Lynda Tabuya, has urged lawyers to take a more active role in addressing climate change and strengthening environmental protection. The Minister highlighted the urgent need for legal expertise to hold polluters accountable and advocate for vulnerable communities affected by environmental degradation.
Fiji's Minister for Climate Change and Information, Lynda Tabuya, called on lawyers to address climate change. Lawyers play a critical role in shaping environmental laws and ensuring accountability. Fiji faces challenges from climate change, pollution, and unsustainable development. Recent law amendments have strengthened enforcement, but legislation alone is not enough. The Minister encouraged lawyers to be more vocal on environmental matters and collaborate with the government to improve environmental governance.
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