Climate Fragility and Recovery
Afghanistan faces overlapping crises of conflict, governance collapse, and severe climate vulnerability. Agriculture-dependent livelihoods are threatened by drought, floods, and land degradation.
Key Challenges:
- Glacier retreat and water scarcity
- Land degradation and deforestation
- Recurrent droughts impacting food security
GCCED Priorities:
- Climate–security risk analysis
- Water governance and watershed restoration
- Community-based climate resilience