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Climate Crisis and Changing Population Dynamics
Pritam Ghosh, Uday Chatterjee, Edris Alam
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Disaster, Crisis and Emergency Management in the Middle East and North Africa
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Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
2 299 kr
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This book highlights the urgent need for integrated, multi-sectoral approaches to disaster and crisis management in the MENA region, emphasizing the importance of policy reforms, regional collaboration, and investment in innovative technologies to enhance resilience in one of the world's most hazard-prone areas. The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region faces a complex interplay of hazards, disasters, crises, and risks driven by both natural and human-induced factors. The region is highly vulnerable to earthquakes, droughts, sandstorms, and extreme heat, compounded by the impacts of climate change, which intensify desertification, water scarcity, and coastal flooding. Additionally, rapid urbanization, population growth, and weak infrastructure exacerbate disaster risks, leaving communities increasingly exposed to environmental and socio-political shocks. Beyond natural hazards, the MENA region grapples with recurrent crises stemming from wars, armed conflicts, political instability, terrorism, and large-scale displacement of populations. These crises not only strain national and regional emergency response mechanisms but also create cascading risks, including economic downturns, food insecurity, and public health emergencies. The ongoing conflicts in Syria, Yemen, and Libya, along with regional geopolitical tensions, further complicate disaster preparedness and recovery efforts, hindering long-term resilience. The governance of disaster risk reduction (DRR) in MENA is challenged by fragmented policies, limited cross-border cooperation, and the need for stronger institutional frameworks. While advancements in technology, such as AI-driven early warning systems and remote sensing, offer promising solutions, the region still requires robust policies, community engagement, and sustainable development strategies to mitigate risks effectively.
Produktinformation
- Utgivningsdatum2026-08-07
- Mått155 x 235 x 33 mm
- Vikt1 078 g
- FormatInbunden
- SpråkEngelska
- Antal sidor529
- FörlagSpringer Nature Switzerland AG
- ISBN9783032244352
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