On the low-lying Pacific Islands atoll of Funafuti, Tuvalu’s capital, life unfolds at a relaxed pace. Scooters zip along narrow roads, while the international airstrip which runs down the widest part of the island serves as more than just a passage for flights. In the afternoons, it transforms into the social heartbeat of the island, where locals jog, play games, and gather for impromptu date nights. But beneath this idyllic setting lies a nation grappling with a looming threat: rising sea levels fueled by climate change. Read more.
Tuvalu at the Crossroads
