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Coordinating Coastal Resilience

The declaration stresses scientific cooperation.

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A new UN declaration urges coordinated responses to rising seas, combining emissions reduction with adaptation. It emphasizes the role of scientific monitoring in guiding investment and preparedness.

WMO welcomed the agreement but highlighted observation gaps in vulnerable coastal regions. Inadequate measurements can limit communities' ability to evaluate local risks and plan effective responses.

Source: World Meteorological Organization, 2026-09-25.