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Mohammad Yunus
Mohammad Yunus
Mohammad Yunus is an independent researcher hailing from Riau Province, Indonesia, and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in biological sciences at Khon Kaen University, Thailand. He was awarded the prestigious ITTO Fellowship in 2023 for his groundbreaking research on peatland management in Indonesia. His areas of expertise include ecology, environmental economics, peatlands, and sustainability.

Many parts of Southeast Asia are undergoing record-breaking heatwaves, leading to disruptions in rice supplies and fluctuations in prices. The region can safeguard livelihoods by planting drought-resistant rice varieties, diversifying crops and enhancing early warning systems.

With its long coastlines that leave it vulnerable to rising sea levels and extreme weather, the region must adopt a comprehensive strategy that includes not just reinforcing coastal defences but also restoring the environment and moving people inland.

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The flocks of migratory birds making their annual journey across East Asia are dwindling because of unchecked destruction of their wetland habitats. Taking urgent action to preserve these wetlands from being overrun in the name of development will benefit not just bird populations but humans as well.

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Continued urbanisation and economic development are destroying the region’s mangrove forests, threatening the livelihoods of millions and the very future of coastal areas, including major urban centres.

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