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The most recent DFAT-created document, spreadsheet, table, briefing, situation report, dashboard or other consolidated record identifying countries invited to the Pre-COP31 Leaders' event and the…
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The most recent DFAT-created document, spreadsheet, table, briefing, situation report, dashboard or other consolidated record identifying countries invited to the Pre-COP31 Leaders' event and the status of those invitations, including where recorded: confirmed/accepted; declined; awaiting response/pending; and representation below Head of State or Head of Government level. The most recent DFAT briefing or report stating the number of Heads of State or Heads of Government expected or confirmed to attend, distinguishing where available between Pacific and non-Pacific countries. Australian Government-created briefs, reports or submissions dated 1 July 2026 to the date of this request concerning difficulties obtaining attendance by Heads of State or Heads of Government from: countries outside the Pacific; G20 countries; or other major economies. Australian Government-created briefs, reports or submissions during that period concerning the diplomatic, reputational or communications implications of the anticipated level of international leader attendance at the Pre-COP31 events
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This FOI release from DFAT comprises a mix of internal emails, a tracker-related update, departmental briefs and cables, and talking points relating to the Pre-COP31 Leaders' event, to be held in Tuvalu and Fiji on 5-6 October 2026. Emails from the Climate Engagement Branch between July and August 2026 discuss invitations delivered in June and advocacy with invitees, though most content is withheld. A cable to Pacific Islands Forum posts seeks formal responses from outstanding PIF leaders ahead of the Forum Leaders' Meeting, as logistics planning for Tuvalu and Fiji depends on them. Talking points and briefing notes for ministers from Fiji and Tuvalu are included. Extensive redactions cover invitation status, leader attendance numbers, and any material on non-Pacific or G20 attendance, so the extent of difficulties obtaining leader-level attendance cannot be confirmed from the released text.
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