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M r S O I Si s d ! oe TRE nie
Volume 11

The recent visit of UN Secretary General Mr. Ban Ki Moon to Kiribati will go down into Kiribati history and be remembered as timely when a country is in dire need of world assistance to cope with the onslaught attack of climate change. The place of great importance probably will be where Mr. Ban Ki Moon and his wife planted juvenile mangrove sprouts on the mudflats of Tarawa lagoon at the Ambo-Taborio causeway. It may not be a famous place as beaches of Waikiki, California or else where in the world, but it is humble and very natural, Mr. Ruui Tabutoa, Assistant Secretary for Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development said. Nature indeed was Mr. Ban Ki Moons message after planting those mangrove sprouts. Planting mangroves is a very simple way to protect the shores, but it shows a real example for humans to live in co-existent and harmoniously with nature. Mr. Ban Ki Moon said. Mr. Tabutoa says the Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development has erected a brick-made monument at the site of the planting to commemorate the visit of the UN Secretary General in Kiribati and also to be a reminder to the local population of the importance of the environment. Contd page 2

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MELAD staff spearhead Ban Ki Moon visit monument

Rongorongo Man Ami Tautaeka bon ana bebwa ni kaongoraa te Tautaeka are a koreaki inanona ana kora ni kaeti, rongorongon ma ana kamataata te Tautaeka. E katabangakaki man ana Aobiti Te Beretitenti i Bairiki, Tarawa, Kiribati. P.O Box 68 Bairiki Phone:21183 Fax: 21902

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E riai n taraaki te kanganga man bibitakin kanoan te bong bwa te kanganga ae kakaiaki man rootaki iai te aonaaba ao n tei bwa kanoan ana kete ana Kauntira n Tararua te UN ae te Security Council, e taku H.E Beretitenti Anote Tong

Climate Change bwa ana kete te UN Security Council

nakon ana ka-66 ni bwabwaro te Botaki n Aonaaba n te wiki ae nako i New York Amerika. Te rabata ae te UN Security Council e rangin kinaaki riki n ana mwakuri ao ana babaire aika e kakaraoi ibukin kanganga n aron te

bobuaka n taabo aika Iraq, Somalia ao taabo riki n te aonaaba ake a kakoauaaki bwa e ware ngaa ni mate iai te aomata ni katoa tai. N te tai aio, Kiribati e tangira karinan bibitakin kanoan te bong bwa teuana naba ana kanoa Reitia n i/b 2

Climate Change bwa ana kete te UN Security Council

te Kauntira aioare nanona bwa e na riai n moanbwai naba bibitakin kanoan te bong irarikin kanganga aika kakaiaki man bubura ake a riki ni katoa tai ni kabuta te aonaaba. Karinakin te iango aio inanon te Security Council ea kaman tei maronaao Beretitenti Anote Tong e anga ana kakaitau ni butimwaea kabwataan te kainibaire namba 63/281 ao kainibaire 65/159 are e a katuruturuaki inanon kainibaire aikai te kanganga man bibitakin kanoan te bong nakon maiuia aomata n te aonaaba ao ai moarariki ibukin te roro ae e na roko. I karabwaia ake a tia n noora riaina ao ni boutokaia bwa e riai bibitakin kanoan te bong n taraaki ke ni kabarabaraki bwa te kanganga ae e na rootaki iai maiun te aomata ao te aonaaba, e taku Kautun Kiribati nakon te bwabwaro.

MELAD staff spearhead Ban Ki Moon visit monument

This is basically a brick-made monument that will serve as a foundation for an iron-plate that will be placed on top of this foundationsurely with inscriptions describing what took place here! he added. An informal gathering of MELAD staff was held to celebrate the completion of the first part of the monument. Speaking at the gathering, retired and former Director of Lands, Mr. Erene Nikora who now sits as a Commissioner to the Lands Commission, says climate change indeed has a great impact to the I-Kiribati major and only priced wealth and pride, land. Imagine constant erosion to our landsthe value and resource of our lands will diminish! he said. Meanwhile, UNICEF Kiribati has given its nod to assist MELAD for the monument plate.

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Statement by His Excellency Anote Tong President of the Republic of Kiribati at The General Debate of the 66t h Session of the General Assembly
New York, 23 September 2011
Mr. President Excellencies Mr. Secretary General Distinguished delegates Ladies and gentlemen Kam na bane ni mauri! I bring warm greetings from the people of Kiribati on whose behalf I address this august body. Mr. President, I wish to join previous speakers in congratulating you on your appointment to preside over the 66th session of the General Assembly. Annually we gather here as world leaders to represent our people and to discuss issues of concern to the global community. At this session our theme is the role of mediation in the settlement of disputes by peaceful means which is appropriate to keep reminding us that peace and security are indeed crucial to the continued harmonious existence of mankind on this planet. Mr. President, As a global community we continuously face

many challenges to our political, social and economic stability. Natural and human induced disasters have been the cause of much suffering in different regions of the world. Countries and peoples are facing all kinds of security threats from armed conflicts, terrorism, human trafficking, economic recession, climate change and its associated impacts. As a result many communities suffer on a daily basis from increasing poverty, hunger and dislocation. But how can all of this be happening in a supposedly rational world community under the scrutiny of this world body? Is our existing organization in its current form equipped to deal with these emerging issues or is it time to review the structure and effectiveness of our international governance system? The lack of progress on Climate Change negotiations clearly demonstrates the wide divergence of positions on the issue. And I believe that unless we can approach any mediation with trust and commitment we would be caught in the vicious circle of starting off with our differences in our obsession to protect what we perceive to be our critical national

interests. Climate Change Mr. President, I would like to thank the Secretary General for his comments based on his experience during his recent visit to Kiribati. His views are those of an independent observer who came, saw and believed. Your comments Mr. Secretary General are powerful endorsement of what we, the most vulnerable countries, have been saying over the years and my only hope is that it will communicate to ail with a sense of moral responsibility the need for urgent action. Climate change will remain the curse of our planet which most nations perceive to be a future event but for the very few it is already reaching disastrous levels. Mr. President, Some will argue that climate change does not fall within the conventional definition of security threat but that is simply because it may not be so for them at this point in time. In Kiribati many young people go to sleep each night fearing what will happen to their homes overnight especially during the high tides. Accelerated and continued erosion of our shorelines is destroying settlements and as I speak some communities

are relocating elsewhere on the island. I was glad that the Secretary General was able to understand and feel for himself the sense of threat which our people and those of similarly vulnerable countries experience on a daily basis. ln the specific International Climate Change Forums there is ongoing dialogue and negotiations in an attempt to find amicable solutions to this future imposing threat. But there is ongoing dispute on how to address this global crisis. The question is: how long must we continue to argue about this? When are we going to do

anything about it? Our people and our children, whose lives and future are under serious threat, look to us for leadership. The urgency of the need for action cannot be over emphasized. At Cancun it was my understanding that there was agreement on the need for an urgent package to address the situation of the most vulnerable countries which are now being seriously affected by the adverse impacts of climate change. Mr. President, Next year, we will gather again as world leaders to take stock continued on pg. 4

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President Anote Tong awaits his turn to address the 66th United Nations General Assembly of what we have done since the Rio Summit in 1992. It is my fervent hope that in the light of current scientific evidence and based on the experiences of the most vulnerable countries, we as a global community will embark on bold and innovative initiatives to address the Climate Change issue. I acknowledge the passage of General Assembly resolutions 63/281 and 65/159 on the possible security implications of climate change and the protection of our global climate for present and future generations. And I thank those who saw and supported the need to classify climate change as a security issue. Mr. President, In December there will be another conference on climate change in Durban. I acknowledge that climate change negotiations will take several years to conclude but I also believe that there are common grounds on which there is no real debate. The urgent need for the flow of adaptation funds to address the more urgent adaptation needs of the most vulnerable countries is a matter on which I believe there is general consensus. But what is the point in consensus if no concrete action follows. Kiribati was one of the countries which did not sign the Copenhagen Accord because of what we saw as its serious shortcomings but were subsequently persuaded to associate ourselves with it on the premise that doing so would trigger the flow of much needed adaptation funds which had been pledged. We continue to await these funds. Sustainable Development and MDGs Mr. President, We want to achieve s u s t a i n a b l e development with what we have. We are grateful to those who continue to assist us and partner us on this journey. But our efforts at achieving sustainable growth will continue to be frustrated by external factors ongoing uncertainty in the global economic climate, rising food and fuel prices remain major challenges to our s u s t a i n a b l e development efforts. On top of all that our i n c r e a s i n g preoccupation with the impacts of climate change will progressively dominate our national agenda. It is no surprise therefore that we continue to be off track in the achievement of most of the Millennium Development Goals and the implementation of our sustainable development agenda under our National Development Plan. Every step we take forward we are knocked back two or three due to the many challenges we face. It is therefore imperative that climate change adaptation funds are mobilised at the earliest opportunity otherwise we would be forced to divert development resources towards the most urgent adaptation needs. Therefore as we move towards Durban, it is our hope that the Green Climate Fund can be operationalized as soon as possible to allow the most vulnerable countries to attend to their adaption needs from new resources. Global Governance Mr. President, In the same vein, we believe that all nations and peoples including Taiwan which play a role in international affairs including contributing to climate change should also be part of the solution. During these times of intense hardship and challenges to our existing world order we can ill afford to isolate any nation that has the capacity to assist in our struggles. Conclusion I believe that, as a global community, we must be united in our efforts to address any security threat to international peace and security be it within States or between States. We need to forge consensus in our collective action to promote and maintain our collective security. Let us work together as a global community to address the many conflicts and disputes that are posing serious security challenges to our wellbeing before they consume and condemn our civilization to oblivion. Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen in closing I share with you our traditional blessing of Te Mauri, Te Raoi ao Te Tabomoa. Thank you.

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World Bank approves support for climate change resilience for Kiribati
The World Bank has approved the third phase of the Kiribati Adaptation Program (KAP III), which aims to improve the resilience of the Pacific Island nation to impacts of climate change on freshwater supply and coastal infrastructure.
WA S H I N G T O N , USA (Pacnews) The World Bank has approved the third phase of the Kiribati Adaptation Program (KAP III), which aims to improve the resilience of the Pacific Island nation to impacts of climate change on freshwater supply and coastal infrastructure. Kiribati is a small island country extremely vulnerable to climate change effects such as sea-level rise; and climate-related hazards, such as drought. Most of Kiribatis population and infrastructure is located along coastal areas, directly exposed to storm surges, coastal erosion and inundation. Increasing saline intrusion in groundwater and prolonged droughts reduce freshwater supply and impact the health of the population, exacerbating the already extreme fragility of the country due to accelerated coastal development and environmental degradation. Kiribati faces potential economic damages due to climate change and sea level rise of up to one third of its gross domestic product. In addition, due to ongoing droughts and contamination, fresh water supply is very low. Infant mortality rate due to diarrheal diseases in the country is the highest in the Pacific. The challenge posed by climate change is nowhere more evident and immediate than in Kiribati, said Ferid Belhaj, World Bank Country Director for the Pacific, Papua New Guinea and TimorLeste. Loss of land and fresh water supplies undermines the basic rights of survival and development of this small island nation. Through this project and together with four development partners we are committed to scaling up our level of engagement to address the most pressing effects of climate change and sea level rise. Improved management of water resources and coastal infrastructure will increase the capacity of Kiribatis communities to adapt to the u n a v o i d a b l e consequences of climate change, he said. KAP III Project will help improve climate resilience by both strengthening the Government and communitys capacity to manage climate change effects and improving the management and governance of water resources and infrastructure. The project will also focus on increasing community fresh water quality and storage capacity and better protecting targeted coastal areas from storm waves and flooding. The $10.8 million KAP III Project will be financed by AusAID, the Global Environment Facility Least Developed Country Fund, Japan Policy and Human Resources Development Fund, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery, and the Government of Kiribati.

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JOB OPPORTUNITY
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF TRADE ADVISER Chief Trade Adviser Vacancy
The Office of the Chief Trade Adviser (OCTA) provides independent advice and support to the Pacific Forum Island Countries (FICs) in the PACER Plus trade negotiations with Australia and New Zealand. Based in Port Vila, Vanuatu, it began operation on 29 March 2010. The OCTA is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Chief Trade Adviser (CTA). The CTA shall perform functions and duties set out in the Constitution of the OCTA, this Job Description, and as otherwise directed, delegated or required by the OCTA Governing Board or the Forum Island Countries Trade Ministers from time to time. The CTA will be reporting to the OCTA Governing Board. The CTA will be accountable for: Overall management, operation, team performance and leadership of the OCTA; Providing timely, high quality analytical advice in areas relevant to PACER Plus activities and negotiations and other areas as instructed by the FICs; Representation of the FICs when directed by the FICs. Building the capacity and facilitating the building of capacity in the FICs; Assisting the FICs in the negotiation process, including any preparation, the commissioning of studies and the undertaking of consultations as requested; Organising and facilitating the meetings of the FICs and the Governing Board; and Coordinating and promoting cooperation among the FICs, and with other relevant stakeholders. Qualifications and experiences: An advanced university degree with substantial relevant experience in negotiating trade agreements at a technical level; Detailed knowledge of regional trade relations between developed and developing countries and relevant WTO agreements; Previous managerial experience in leading an organisation and/or a team of professionals; Extensive knowledge of and / or experience in the Pacific Region; Familiarity with the issues of Forum members and external agencies; Experience in public communication and dealing with the media; An awareness and understanding of the political economy of the region; Extensive experience in policy analysis and report writing; Strong leadership, managerial, analytical, oral, written, presentation, people and team skills; and A good working knowledge of FICs trade capacity-building needs. This position will be based in Port Vila, Vanuatu. The appointment will carry a competitive remuneration package. Applicants should be willing to travel economy class. Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Chief Trade Adviser, Independence Park, P.O. Box 561, Port Vila, Vanuatu and emailed to info@octapic.org clearly indicating Chief Trade Adviser Application in the subject matter. Applications should be received by close of business on Friday 14 October 2011. More details on the job description can be requested from Ms Loreen Ala-Ngwele, Administration Manager, at info@octapic.org or tel: (+678) 25003, the Office of the Chief Trade Adviser, Independence Park, P.O Box 561, Port Vila, Vanuatu. Visit http://www.octapic.org/about-us/working-us/ for more information.

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Katean Kiribati calls kannuringa imwin on UN to rokon te UN classify Secretary General Climate Change as security issue
President Anote Tong of Kiribati called on the international community to classify climate change as a serious security issue and went on to challenge whether the UN is equipped to deal with emerging issues or is it time to review the structure and effectiveness of the international governance system? Backing his call with continued failure to find common ground on a legally binding agreement for climate change and empty promises on financial assistance towards adaptation, the Kiribati leader acknowledged the UN Secretary General visit to Kiribati. His views are those of an independent observers view who came, saw and believed and have become powerful endorsement of what we, the most vulnerable countries, have been saying over the years and my only hope is that it will communicate to all with a sense of moral responsibility the need for urgent action. President Tong said. The Kiribati leader welcomed the passage of UN General Assembly resolutions 63/281 and 65/159 on the possible security implications of climate change and the protection of global climate for present and future generations. I thank those who saw and supported the need to classify climate change as a security issue he said. H o w e v e r , President Tong reiterated his strong belief in a global community, united in efforts to address any security threat to international peace and security be it within States or between States, the world need to forge collective action to promote and maintain collective security. Rokon te Tia Koroboki ni Kabuta n te Botaki n Aonaaba I Kiribati ae Mr. Ban Ki Moon e na riki bwa teuana karakin Kiribati ae kakawaki man tiku taekana inanon roro ma roro, ai moara riki ana boutoka nakon Kiribati ibukin bibitakin kanoan te bong. Te tabo ae e na rangin kakawaki tao bon te causeway are imarenan Ambo ma Taborio are e unika iai te tongo Mr. Ban Ki Moon n raonaki iroun H.E Beretitenti Anote Tong ao te Minita ibukin Otabwanin Hon. Amberoti Nikora. Tao tiaki te tabo ae rangin tanoata n aiaron taabo aika kinaaki n te aonaaba, ma te nama are e unikaki iai te tongo bon te tabo e tei n okoro ibukin te reita ni maiu, e taku Ruui Tabutoa, te (kaaman) n tia koroboki n aobitin Otabwanin, Aaba ao Karikirakean te Ununiki. Te kaai ni maiu ao ni ikarekebai ma aron tein te aba bon ngaia oin ana rongorongo Mr. Ban Ki Moon nakon te aonaaba ngke e tia n unika arokana te tongo n te tabo aio. E rangin bebete karaoan te mwakuri ae unikan te tongo, ma ana mwakuri te tongo n nangoa te aba man kanganga moan te abwabwakiare e kaotia iai bwa ngaira aomata ti riai ni kona n ikarekebai ni maiu ma tein aba ma te reita ni maiu, e taku Mr. Ban Ki Moon. Aobitin MELAD e a tia ngkai ni katea teuana te kannuringa n te tabo ae Steward causeway are e karaoaki man te buriki, ao e taku Ruui bwa ai ti

te mwakuri ni katamaroa nakon te kannuringa aio are e iangoaki kanimwan iai te mwakoro n biti ae raababa ibukin korean taekana. E ngae n anne ao ea tia aobtin teuana te UN I Kiribati ae te UNICEF ni kaota tauraoina ni karekea te plate are e kanimwaki iaon te kannuringa aioao iaon kawaina ni karekeaki. N te botaki ni katekeraoi ibukin tian te moan itera n te kannuringa aio irouia taan mwakuri n te MELAD n te wiki ae e nako, ao e reke ana tai temanna te Kamitina n Aba n anga ana taeka. Erene Nikora, te mataniwi ngkoa n aobitin aaba ao ea tia n riitaea, e taku bwa ngkana e teimatoa bibitakin kanoan te bong ao ana rootaki abara. Ngkana a kanaki mataniwiin abara, ao kaubwaira man abara e na rootaki! e taku.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ADVERTISEMENT POSITION: FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT The Kiribati Local Government Association in collaboration with our Project Partner, VNG International, invites interested and qualified citizen to the post of Finance & Administrative Assistant to the Project Manager of ARIAL ELGAF project. The project is currently focusing on the establishment of the National Local Government Association in Kiribati. The successful applicants should possess a qualification Business Administration or any related fields on Administrative and Finance. The specific activities to be undertaken by the Finance & Administrative Assistant include the following: Finance Provision of data entry Managing the bank accounts Reconciliation of accounts Providing reports and finance information as require. Accounts payable and receivable duties. Administration Support Provision of administrative support to the KLGA Project Manager to assist in the achievement of project activities and objectives Provide assistance in the collection of data, including advice on finance, logistics and staffing costs. Coordination of meetings and training. Application closes on Friday 7th October 2011 at 4.00pm For details of the Terms of Reference please contact: Town Clerk Betio Town Council P.O Box 477 Tel: 26278, 94533 Email: romanoreo@gmail.com, Submissions can be prepared and delivered in hard or soft copy.

Rongorongo man Ami Tautaeka e boretiaki teuana te tai ni katoa wiiki n te Kanimabong koraki. A barongaki kanoana man mwangan Ana Aobiti Te Beretitenti ae te Press Liaison Unit. E boretiaki iroun ana tia BOREETI te TAUTAEKA n te Printery i Bairiki. Titiraki ma kan oota a riai ni kainetaki nakon te Press Liaison Unit, Ana Aobiti Te Beretitenti. Tareboon 21183