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Climate Change and Global Security

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Recorded by ADEJUMOBI OMOLOLA EUNICE

30-09-2023

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Hello Everyone, Climate change is no longer just an environmental concern; it has evolved into a pressing global security issue. Its far-reaching impacts go beyond rising temperatures and extreme weather events, extending into areas that can exacerbate conflicts, trigger humanitarian crises, and influence global security issues. Resource Conflicts: Climate change messes with important resources like water and land. This can create fights between communities and nations, making things more tense and even leading to serious conflicts. These disputes can destabilize regions and threaten global security. Humanitarian Crises: Climate change displaces people due to disasters and rising sea levels. This forces many to leave their homes and become refugees. Dealing with these refugees strains the resources of host communities and can lead to problems or conflicts. It's a global challenge to provide aid and support to these climate refugees. Geopolitical Problems: Climate change affects the entire world, and as some areas become more vulnerable, it can cause political instability. Nations might try to secure resources or make alliances to protect their interests. This can create new security issues on a global scale. Climate-Related Conflicts: Climate change can make existing conflicts worse by adding more problems like resource scarcity and migration. This can complicate efforts to find peaceful solutions to these conflicts, making the global security situation even more challenging. In conclusion, climate change's impact on global security is profound and multifaceted. It exacerbates conflicts over resources, triggers humanitarian crises, and influences geopolitical dynamics. As nations and international organizations grapple with these challenges, it becomes increasingly evident that addressing climate change is not only an environmental imperative but also a vital component of ensuring global security and stability.

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