Related Articles for "Water Security in a Changing World"
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October 2012
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18 Oct 2012
Water Conflicts in the Middle East
Despite its notable lack of resources, water has rarely formed the basis for conflict throughout the Middle East, or so argues Hannu Juusola. However, climate change and extreme weather conditions point to a future in which water disputes may trigger conflict, most notably between Israel and its immediate neighbors. More on «Water Conflicts in the Middle East» -
16 Oct 2012
“Water Wars”: Past, Present and Future
Conflict over freshwater resources has occurred for thousands of years, but the historical record includes only one verifiable instance of a genuine water war. According to Ken Conca and our partners at the CSIS and IDSA, this pattern is unlikely to change dramatically in the future. More on «“Water Wars”: Past, Present and Future» -
16 Oct 2012
Will Conflicts over Water Scarcity Shape South Asia’s Future?
Conflict over freshwater resources has occurred for thousands of years, but the historical record includes only one verifiable instance of a genuine ‘water war.’ According to Ken Conca and our partners at the CSIS and IDSA, this pattern is unlikely to change dramatically in the future. More on «Will Conflicts over Water Scarcity Shape South Asia’s Future? » -
16 Oct 2012
Tibetan Waters: A Source of Cooperation or Conflict?
Conflict over freshwater resources has occurred for thousands of years, but the historical record includes only one verifiable instance of a genuine ‘water war.’ According to Ken Conca and our partners at the CSIS and IDSA, this pattern is unlikely to change dramatically in the future. More on «Tibetan Waters: A Source of Cooperation or Conflict?» -
15 Oct 2012
Are We Destined to Fight over Scarce Water Resources?
Are current international agreements strong enough to prevent future conflicts over water? Scott Moore argues that if conflict is defined as interstate warfare, then international agreements have effectively contained disputes in the past and will continue to do so in the immediate future. More on «Are We Destined to Fight over Scarce Water Resources?» -
12 Oct 2012
Water Scarcity: The Real and Virtual Problems
Climate change is likely to remain the major factor behind water insecurity over the coming decades. Yet, as Ben Zala reveals, a number of ‘virtual’ factors, ranging from industrial-scale production to perceptions of scarcity, may also contribute to water conflicts in the near to mid-term. More on «Water Scarcity: The Real and Virtual Problems»
November 2010
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25 February 2010
Is Water Scarce?
Water shortages occur not so much because of any absolute shortage but more because of the ways it is consumed. More on «Is Water Scarce?»
September 2009
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9 Sep 2009
World: Thirst for Water
Experts predict that by 2025, two-thirds of the world’s population will face water shortages, and Europe will be no exception, Diana Ionescu writes for ISN Security Watch. More on «World: Thirst for Water»
April 2009
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8 Apr 2009
Let Clean Water Flow
US policymakers are trying to make good on Obama’s inauguration promise, but much more is required, Peter A Buxbaum writes for ISN Security Watch. More on «Let Clean Water Flow»
August 2007
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23 Aug 2007
Is SCO unity an illusion?
The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit held in Bishkek fostered an image of unity among Central Asian states. The reality of the region's political and economic conditions, however, belies such solidarity. From EurasiaNet. More on «Is SCO unity an illusion?»
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