Moroccan Occupation Worsens Climate Risks in Western Sahara

The article discusses the impact of the Moroccan occupation of Western Sahara on the climate change risks faced by the Sahrawi people. Experts pointed out that the occupation increases the vulnerability of the population, leading to the displacement of many Sahrawis from coastal areas to internal camps, where the dangers of extreme heat and high humidity are more pronounced. This puts the lives of refugees at greater risk, with the possibility that temperatures could exceed 40°C in the coming decades. Additionally, the occupation hampers access to natural resources and traditional knowledge, and imposes restrictions on movement and development, thereby reducing the ability of the Sahrawi people to adapt to climate change and making them more fragile. The experts also noted that international systems, such as the Paris Agreement, have limited representation of the Sahrawi people due to their lack of membership in the United Nations, and their capacity to obtain necessary climate finance has deteriorated. In conclusion, the experts emphasized that the occupation exacerbates climate threats and remains an obstacle to the Sahrawi people's efforts to defend their rights in the face of climate change.

Size: 120%Text Size

Notice: This Is an AI-Generated Summary

Display The Full Article