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Melting Glaciers Could Destabilize Asia

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
This opinion piece argues that climate-induced melting in the Himalayan glaciers will cause water management challenges in Asia. The piece cites the results of a study that shows that the melting of Himalayan glaciers has doubled in the last decade and highlights the already damaging dry seasons in the region. The author describes the political and economic challenges associated with increased water scarcity due to melting glaciers.
Theme(s) & Sub-theme(s): 
Integrated Water Resource ManagementWater Supply and ScarcityClimateInstitutional Structures and Management
Nexus Tag(s): 
ClimateEconomy
Resource type: 
Website
Region & Countries: 
Laos
Resource Scale: 
National

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