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Up to 40.5 million South Asians could be displaced by 2050.

SourcesThe Straits Times09:36 UTCDawn02:17 UTCFollowSaveHighlight

Key points

From Dawn’s report
  • UN migration chief warns climate change threatens homes across South Asia.
  • Worst-case scenario cites 40.5 million people possibly displaced by 2050.
  • AI forecasting could help identify at-risk communities before disasters strike.
  • Migration may be used as a tool to adapt and fill labor shortages abroad.
  • Funding for adaptation is a major obstacle despite some national optimism.

Quotes

  • “With the advancements in AI forecasting, you can now better anticipate those communities that are at high risk of displacement”
    Amy Pope, director-general of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)SourceThe Straits Times09:36 UTCSourceThe Straits Times09:36 UTC
  • “The first adaptation is often for people to move.”
    Amy Pope, director-general of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)SourceThe Straits Times09:36 UTCSourceThe Straits Times09:36 UTC
  • “When they can’t produce food, when they can’t feed their livestock, it increases the likelihood of displacement”
    Amy Pope, director-general of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)SourceThe Straits Times09:36 UTCSourceThe Straits Times09:36 UTC

Coverage

Oldest first · UTC

“Millions may be forced to move as climate change hits South Asia: UN”

“In a worst-case scenario, up to 40.5 million people in South Asia may be forced to move by 2050.”

Key points from The Straits Times
  • UN migration chief warns climate change could force up to 40.5 million people to move by 2050.
  • Rising seas, floods, and drought threaten livelihoods, farms, and livestock across the region.
  • Nepal's glacier collapse highlighted deadly risks; IOM provided humanitarian aid.
  • AI and better data could help identify at-risk communities and enable early response.
  • Safe migration pathways and job training are key adaptations to prevent exploitation.
SourceThe Straits TimesSingaporeLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Straits Times

“Millions may be forced to move as climate change hits South Asia: UN”

“NEW DELHI: Climate change is threatening livelihoods and forcing people from their homes across South Asia, but technology and government action could help limit the damage, the UN migration chief said on Friday.”

Key points from Dawn
  • UN migration chief warns climate change threatens homes across South Asia.
  • Worst-case scenario cites 40.5 million people possibly displaced by 2050.
  • AI forecasting could help identify at-risk communities before disasters strike.
  • Migration may be used as a tool to adapt and fill labor shortages abroad.
  • Funding for adaptation is a major obstacle despite some national optimism.
SourceDawnPakistanOwner: Dawn Media GroupLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Dawn

Coverage

Oldest first · UTC
SourceThe Straits TimesSingaporeLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Straits Times“Millions may be forced to move as climate change hits South Asia: UN”

“In a worst-case scenario, up to 40.5 million people in South Asia may be forced to move by 2050.”

Key points from The Straits Times
  • UN migration chief warns climate change could force up to 40.5 million people to move by 2050.
  • Rising seas, floods, and drought threaten livelihoods, farms, and livestock across the region.
  • Nepal's glacier collapse highlighted deadly risks; IOM provided humanitarian aid.
  • AI and better data could help identify at-risk communities and enable early response.
  • Safe migration pathways and job training are key adaptations to prevent exploitation.
SourceDawnPakistanOwner: Dawn Media GroupLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Dawn“Millions may be forced to move as climate change hits South Asia: UN”

“NEW DELHI: Climate change is threatening livelihoods and forcing people from their homes across South Asia, but technology and government action could help limit the damage, the UN migration chief said on Friday.”

Key points from Dawn
  • UN migration chief warns climate change threatens homes across South Asia.
  • Worst-case scenario cites 40.5 million people possibly displaced by 2050.
  • AI forecasting could help identify at-risk communities before disasters strike.
  • Migration may be used as a tool to adapt and fill labor shortages abroad.
  • Funding for adaptation is a major obstacle despite some national optimism.

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