Eurasianet is an independent news organization that covers news from and about the South Caucasus and Central Asia, providing on-the-ground reporting and critical perspectives on… A new report on environmental issues in Central Asia has outlined a wide array of environmental hazards and suggested a framework for addressing them. While international aid can play a key role in solving these issues, it can also undermine the long-term goals of the region if it isn’t effectively distributed. Water shortages and outbreaks of waterborne illnesses are two of the major issues the region will face in the coming decades amid rapid population growth. Environmental degradation and climate change are deepening human security dilemmas in Central Asia. In developing more effective responses, foreign governments and international donors need to abandon a “one-size-fits-all” approach, a new report argues, and adopt more targeted policies that establish clear benchmarks while accounting for the region’s legacy […]