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    The meet was designed to build on commitments made in Dubai which established the crucial Loss and Damage Fund to help SIDS and other...
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    Water Governance Vital to Future of One Billion People in South Asia

    The future of one billion people in South Asia hinges on a water pact as climate change compounds pressures on water resources and brings...
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    Records Smashed – New WMO Climate Report Confirms 2023 Hottest Year on Record

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    The Power of Youth: In Vanuatu, Young Red Cross Volunteers Keep the Water Flowing

    Youth Red Cross volunteers of Vanuatu join hands with elders and their communities to reduce climate impacts, from flooding to drought. Jean Philipe Clement, 58,...
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    India’s Thirst for Improved Water Security

    India is facing a severe water crisis, leading to almost 200,000 deaths annually. It is crucial for the government to reassess power and water...
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    UN Chief Appeals for Greater Support for Small Islands Fighting Climate Change

    The long-awaited mechanism to help vulnerable countries, especially small islands, offset the damage from droughts, floods and other extreme weather caused by climate change,...
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    Cabinet Approves Flood Management and Border Areas Programme 

    This is particularly relevant as the increased incidence of extreme events have been witnessed during last few years in view of likely impact of...
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    Landmark UN Report Reveals Shocking State of Wildlife: The World’s Migratory Species of Animals Are in Decline

    The main focus of the report is the 1,189 animal species that have been recognized by Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of...
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    By documenting distinct national patterns while highlighting shared vulnerabilities, the assessment provides a common analytical foundation for policymakers, investigators and health authorities.
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