RT null T1 Ad Hoc Open-Ended Working Group Established Pursuant to United Nations General Assembly Resolution 72/277 – Second Substantive Session - General Statement by the Federated States of Micronesia A1 Micronesia (Federated States of), YR 2019 FD 2019-03 LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/27748 UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/27748 NO This statement outlines concerns about gaps, inconsistencies, and fragmentation in international environmental law that weaken implementation and coherence. It emphasises the need for improved coordination among legal instruments, institutions, and processes to address interconnected environmental harms effectively. Particular attention is given to the disproportionate burden on small island developing States, which face capacity constraints. The statement questions whether a unified global framework could enhance cooperation and strengthen environmental protection without undermining existing agreements. NO https://www.unenvironment.org/events/conference/towards-global-pact-environment DS UN Environment Document Repository RD Sep 23, 2026