Dr. Maina Vakafua Talia

Dr. Maina Talia is Tuvalu’s Minister for Home Affairs, Climate Change, and Environment and a Member of Parliament for Vaitupu. A long-standing climate advocate, he has represented Tuvalu in international climate negotiations and held leadership roles in regional climate networks across the Pacific.

With an academic background in theology, geopolitics, and climate change, his work focuses on climate resilience, adaptation, and sustainable development for vulnerable island communities. He continues to champion Tuvalu’s response to rising sea levels and other climate challenges.