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How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific

Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.

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  • April 27, 2026
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The Line Islands are set to be the worst affected, with a loss of two-thirds estimated under the low-emission scenario alone. At the same time, Kiribati’s population of around 130,000 is expected to grow, with rapid urbanisation, particularly in the capital Tarawa placing additional strain on already limited land and resources.

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