AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWater Security in Focus: A new study warns the Himalayas are nearing a tipping point as glaciers melt faster than a decade ago, threatening “peak water” and leaving unstable glacial lakes that can trigger deadly floods—an alarm for Afghanistan’s wider mountain-linked water risks. Urban Water Crisis: UN-Habitat says millions in Afghanistan still lack reliable safe drinking water, with Kabul at risk of depleting groundwater by 2030 and weak waste/wastewater systems raising disease threats. Climate-Resilient Farming: The EU and FAO launched a €5 million initiative to help Afghan farmers and agribusinesses withstand climate shocks, restore 2,000 hectares of degraded forests and rangelands, and support women-led nurseries and market access. Afghan Environment Meets Security: Reports also highlight ongoing instability and extremist activity around Afghanistan—conditions that can derail water, farming, and disaster-preparedness efforts. Regional Connectivity: An Indian MP urged reviving a trade route through Pakistan and Afghanistan toward Europe, which could indirectly affect transport corridors and land use across the region.
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