Asia climate change

A new DRI Trendlines report describes, among other things, how climate change and urbanization interact in the Asia-Pacific, leading to new traditional and non-traditional security risks.

The COVID-19 pandemic has provided a rare opportunity for the region to embark on a transition to greener forms of energy.

Despite talk of a green transition, some Southeast Asian governments still have strong economic incentives to cling to fossil fuels.

Lloyd Austin’s message foregrounds one of the key priorities of the Biden administration for the military.

Five years ago, Asia-Pacific countries were crucial to the passage of the Paris Agreement. They will also be key to fulfilling its aims.

Greater cooperation and dialogue around softer issues will pave way for greater strategic cooperation.

As they grapple with COVID-19, Southeast Asian nations should not lose sight of the challenges posed by climate change.

Planners need to look beyond technocratic solutions as they rise to the challenges posed by climate change.

A plan for managed retreat of populations from the delta ignores the human cost.

The Asia-Pacific response to the coronavirus crisis must build a resilient and sustainable future.

30 mayors and governors from around the world asked Prime Minister Abe to prioritize climate change at the June G-20 summit.