Information on "Rivers"
April 2013
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11 Apr 2013
River Erosion, Landlessness and Religious Militancy in Northern Bangladesh
Today, Ishak Mia outlines how climate change, landlessness and religious extremism have combined to destabilize the northern parts of Bangladesh. In particular, Islamist militants are exploiting environmental degradation to attract the support of the landless poor. More on «River Erosion, Landlessness and Religious Militancy in Northern Bangladesh»
October 2012
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3 Oct 2012
Nile Basin at a Turning Point as Political Changes Roil Balance of Power and Competing Demands Proliferate
The recent changes in leadership in Egypt and Ethiopia raise the prospect of improved relations between the Nile Basin states. One potential area for greater dialogue is the contentious issue of water security, argues New Security Beat's Carolyn Lamere. More on «Nile Basin at a Turning Point as Political Changes Roil Balance of Power and Competing Demands Proliferate»
