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Myanmar is affected by rising temperatures, rising sea levels, cyclones and environmental degradation.

For many Rohingya people who are fleeing persecution, climate change can act as a threat multiplier. Temporary shelters and refugee camps in neighbouring countries are often located in low-lying areas prone to flash flooding and landslides.

Due to these precarious living conditions, restrictions on their freedom of movement and the lack of safe migration options, the Rohingya are vulnerable to human trafficking.

  • Exploring the Environment-Conflict-Migration Nexus in Asia

    The report focuses on the intersection of climate change, migration and conflict in Asia. The case study on Myanmar identifies the Rohingya people as being vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and human trafficking. The authors recognise the complexity of establishing a direct link between these issues, particularly when climate change acts as a threat multiplier and systemic socio-political and economic challenges also play a role. They highlight the importance of providing adequate support to immobile groups, who are also vulnerable to the effects of climate change.

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