Topic
Environment
Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 40 Years of Injustice
By Mark Dummett
To this day, Union Carbide has failed to name any of the chemicals and reaction products that leaked along with MIC on that fateful night.
Trump and Great Power Competition in the Pacific Islands
By Ned Talbot
From climate change to security cooperation, the decisive election victory of former President Donald Trump will have important consequences for Pacific Island nations.
How Vulnerable Is Gwadar to Climate-related Risks?
By Mariyam Suleman Anees
Rising sea levels and groundwater rise are climate vulnerabilities faced by coastal towns worldwide, including Gwadar. But a more critical concern is Gwadar’s geography.
The Australia-Pacific Bid to Host UN Climate Talks in 2026 Is in Limbo
By Wesley Morgan
A decision won’t be made until June 2025, but Australia shouldn’t wait to take action.
COP29: India’s Position Highlights the Deep Schisms in Climate Action
By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
Differing national priorities and objectives have always been a roadblock in developing a unified approach in the world’s fight against climate change.
Can Climate Break the Ice for India and Pakistan?
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
2025 could bring a change in bilateral relations – and environmental issues like heavy air pollution may be the catalyst.
COP29 Outcomes and South Asian Concerns
By Saqlain Rizve
There is concern in the region that much of the climate finance being extended is in the form of loans that could get them debt-trapped.
Central Asia’s Green Transition Goals Highlighted at COP29
By Nigel Li
Although Central Asia has demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, the path to a “green transition” remains fraught with obstacles.
Global Plastic Treaty Talks Offer Final Hope to Protect Pacific Island Oceans
By Albert Taaviri Kaitara Nicholas
“Plastic pollution is fueling the climate crisis that poses an existential threat to our people.”
Cambodian Authorities Arrest Environmentalists For Investigating Illegal Logging
By Sebastian Strangio
The group included Ouch Leng, who has been awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize for his undercover investigations.
Why South Korea’s Leadership Is Critical for a Successful Global Plastics Treaty
By Doun Moon
South Korea, despite its key position as the host nation of the fifth INC, has maintained an ambiguous stance on reducing plastic production.
India’s Environment-for-Economy Trade-off
By Kingshuk Bhattacharjee and Aryama Ghosh
India's latest move to loosen pollution regulations in the name of cutting red tape has climate activists concerned.