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John Kerry, Xie Zhenhua Exit Roles That Defined Generation of Climate Action

John Kerry, Xie Zhenhua Exit Roles That Defined Generation of Climate Action

By Chris Megerian and Seth Borenstein
The two men have shepherded China-U.S. climate cooperation since 2009. Can progress continue without their personal bond?
Kazakhstan’s Government Under Fire for Sloppy Earthquake Response

Kazakhstan’s Government Under Fire for Sloppy Earthquake Response

By Paolo Sorbello
The emergency response system did not work properly, top officials said.

How Earthquakes Shake Japan’s Political Landscape 

How Earthquakes Shake Japan’s Political Landscape 

By Makoto Takahashi
The earthquake that struck Japan on New Year’s Day caused a grave tragedy but a political crisis, like that seen in 2011, seems to have been dodged.

Borderless Haze Threatens Southeast Asia

Borderless Haze Threatens Southeast Asia

By Helena Varkkey
Governments, civil society, and the international community need to work fast to combat the threat of smoke haze in Southeast Asia.

What’s Inside Northern India’s Winter Smog?

What’s Inside Northern India’s Winter Smog?

By Vinayak Sinha and Abhishek Mishra
Reassessing agricultural practices, irrigation, handling of crop residue, and prevention of open fires could be a win-win for air quality and quality of life.
An Invisible Killer Hangs in the Air of Asia’s Cities

An Invisible Killer Hangs in the Air of Asia’s Cities

By Karn Vohra
Air pollution deaths increase by 150,000 in rapidly growing South and Southeast Asian cities.

Why Food Security is a Top Priority for China

Why Food Security is a Top Priority for China

By Genevieve Donnellon-May
As the world’s largest food producer and importer, changes in China’s domestic food production and agricultural trade policies may have a significant impact on global trade flows.
Women Bear the Brunt of Asia’s Climate Failures

Women Bear the Brunt of Asia’s Climate Failures

By Gabriela Fernando and Samanthi Gunawardana
What does the future hold for the millions of women left to work in Asia's agriculture sector battling a climate in collapse?

Human Rights and Protecting Cambodia’s Rainforests

Human Rights and Protecting Cambodia’s Rainforests

By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt interviews Suwanna Gauntlett from the environmental group Wildlife Alliance.

China and Europe Can Learn From Each Other’s Energy Transitions

China and Europe Can Learn From Each Other’s Energy Transitions

By Anders Hove
When it comes to both energy security and power decarbonization, Europe and China are on different paths but face common imperatives.

Afghanistan Left out of Global Climate Change Conversation

Afghanistan Left out of Global Climate Change Conversation

By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
Afghanistan under the Taliban was once again shunned from the COP28 climate change conference.
Pacific Island Countries Blindsided in Climate Conference

Pacific Island Countries Blindsided in Climate Conference

By Sacha Shaw
The Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), including the Pacific countries, was not present when the final text of the Global Stocktake was passed.

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