Given the growing urgency surrounding loss and damage (L&D) and the recognised need for additional resources to address this critical issue, it is vital that the initial efforts and momentum be sustained.
SIDS Publications
30 September 2025
The UN General Assembly, in resolution 78/322, noted that a country’s vulnerability to adverse external shocks in all dimensions is a threat to its sustainable development. This is true even for developing countries with a high national income as they can be structurally less resilient.
16 July 2025
SDG7 POLICY BRIEFS IN SUPPORT OF THE UN HLPF 2025
03 July 2024
The examination of tourism's impact on SIDS reveals a complex interplay between economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability. While tourism has undeniably contributed to economic development in many SIDS, its benefits have not been distributed equitably among citizens and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
16 February 2024
4th International Conference on
Small Island Developing States (SIDS4)
2nd Global Online Stakeholder Consultation:
Inputs for Interactive Dialogues
Summary Report now available HERE!
01 December 2023
Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are some of the most vulnerable economies in the world. The United Nations (UN) recognises 39 sovereign states and 18 dependent territories that are classified as SIDS.
01 December 2023
Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are some of the most vulnerable economies in the world. The United Nations (UN) recognises 39 sovereign states and 18 dependent territories that are classified as SIDS.
30 November 2023
The SDG7 Policy Briefs are developed in support of the High-level Political Forum which this year will review progress and action needed on SDG7.
06 February 2023
Small Island Developing States currently suffer the highest frequency of disasters in the world, ranging from severe flooding to violent storms, hurricanes and cyclones. Due to inherent vulnerabilities and the persistent lack of capacity to strengthen resilience, these disasters can in minutes wipe out development gains that took decades to achieve.