The slow but steady investment in private enterprise and international partnerships with aid have brought some environmental improvements and greater water security in the dry, extreme climates found in the region. (earthtimes.org)
It means worrying about water security for people and farms, and about heat waves and mosquito - borne diseases. (insideclimatenews.org)
But implementing food and water security through sound policy, investing in higher education, fighting to eradicate poverty and promoting stronger participation of women in science are likewise urgent. (twas.org)