Climate and Security in the Middle East and North Africa

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Abstract:

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is among the world's most water-stressed and vulnerable to climate change impacts. Policymakers concerns about a changing MENA climate include not only physical and economic impacts but also the potential implications for political stability and security in a volatile region.

Author(s):
Sharp, Jeremy M. ; Carter, Nicole T. ; Procita, Kezee
Author Organization(s):
CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
Funding Organization(s):
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON DC , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Congressional Report
Publication Date:
2022 Jan 12
Pagination:
3

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Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Energy and Power Technologies
Descriptor(s):
climate change, droughts, climate change adaptation, floods, middle east, sea level rise, fossil fuels, greenhouse effect, north africa, storm surges, natural resources, united states, water, climate, coastal flooding, congress, saudi arabia
Keyword(s):
MENA(Middle East and North Africa), GCC(Gulf Cooperation Council)
Subject Categories:
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Creation Date:
2022 Aug 04
Update Date:
2022 Sep 23