The ocean around them is steadily encroaching, contaminating underground wells and leeching salt into the soil. Those who are affected now can't survive with the water.
Kiribati and other low-lying nations are experiencing extreme and regular flooding, frequent coastal erosion and persistent food and water insecurity.
Samoa's UN representative says the upcoming UN meeting is long overdue and extremely important for island nations, providing an opportunity to engage politically.
Sea level rise presents contentious issues, particularly whether low-lying nations should begin preparations to relocate their populations, as countries like Tuvalu are lobbying for.
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