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Thai floods pose political and economic risks

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THAILAND

The political and economic consequences of flooding in Thailand.

Climate change could intensify Sahel conflicts

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SAHEL

It will increase rainfall variability and extreme events such as droughts and floods, as well as raising temperatures. These effects may trigger cascading risks to economic…

Climate change will affect European tourism flows

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EUROPE

European tourism.

Glacier melt poses multiple threats around the world

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INTERNATIONAL

Melting glaciers.

China will step up attempts to bolster food security

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CHINA

The law would set out responsibilities to support agricultural production, protect farmland, improve storage and reduce waste. Maintaining domestic production of key staples is a…

Laos is at growing risk of sovereign debt default

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LAOS

According to a debt sustainability analysis published by the IMF in May, Laos is in debt distress. Years of rapid growth in borrowing to fund infrastructure development…

Greek farmers will want sector profitability restored

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GREECE

In response to farmers’ protests across the EU, including in Greece in February, the Commission is considering allowing farmers more flexibility in complying with new…

EU drought response may focus on short-term fixes

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EU

The resulting drought in many parts of the continent and its impact on agriculture have highlighted the threat posed by climate change to future food production. It has also…

CPEC may boost agriculture prospects in Pakistan

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PAKISTAN

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor's impact on agriculture.

Technology will be key to China’s food self-reliance

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CHINA

Their view reflects a renewed preoccupation with grain self-sufficiency. As President Xi Jinping put it in July, “the more risks and challenges we face, the more we should fill…