Tuvalu joins IUCN as State Member

Tuvalu officially joined the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as a State Member in 2025, becoming the organisation’s 90th member state and strengthening its role in global conservation and sustainable development initiatives. The Pacific island nation’s accession was formally endorsed during the IUCN World Conservation Congress held in Abu Dhabi, with Tuvalu’s Ministry of Environment set to serve as the official liaison with the IUCN Secretariat. The move reflects Tuvalu’s deep commitment to biodiversity protection and environmental stewardship, especially as one of the world’s most climate‑vulnerable countries facing urgent threats such as sea‑level rise, coastal erosion, and ecosystem degradation. Joining the IUCN provides Tuvalu with a platform to engage in international environmental policymaking, collaborate with conservation experts, and access technical support for national biodiversity and resilience priorities. Its membership enhances opportunities to address pressing environmental challenges through partnerships with global initiatives, including those focused on sustainable fisheries, climate adaptation, and nature‑based solutions. Tuvalu’s participation also amplifies the voice of small island states in global conservation efforts, highlighting the interconnectedness of climate change, ecological health, and sustainable development on the world stage.