5/31/2023 0 Comments Concept destructionIt originates in China, and then flows 4,200 km through Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, where it empties into the South China Sea. The Mekong is the world’s seventh largest river in terms of discharge, and ranks tenth in terms of length. Decline in Fish Stocks Tensions between states that may but need not escalate into overt violent conflict. Livelihood Insecurity A decline in fish populations. ![]() Change in Access / Availability of Natural Resources A threat or destruction of livelihoods dependent on the availability of environmental resources / goods. Pollution / Environmental Degradation Reduced availability of essential natural resources, such as land and water. Infrastructure Development Pollution, and degradation of ecosystems, such as coral reefs. Demographic Change Construction of major infrastructure, such as dams, canals or roads. ![]() Increased Water Scarcity Change in population density, age structure, or ethnic makeup. Gradual Change in Temperature and/or Precipitation An increase in the scarcity of clean water and/or an increased variability in water supply. A slow change in climatic conditions, particularly temperature and precipitation. Livelihood insecurity leads to interstate tensions. Reduced availability of/access to natural resources leads to tensions between states. Fish becomes scarce as an essential resource. Water scarcity undermines water-dependent livelihoods. ![]() Freshwater becomes scarce as an essential resource. Infrastructure development leads to environmental degradation. Infrastructure development changes the allocation of water. Demographic changes increase pressures on available water resources. Climate Change Environmental Change Fragility and Conflict Risks Intermediary Mechanisms Social and Economic Drivers Changing climate leads to decreased water availability.
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