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UN Warns: Himalayan Glaciers Melting, Water Crisis Looms

5/27/2025

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Himalayan glaciers are vanishing at an alarming rate, jeopardizing water sources for nearly two billion people in South Asia, warns the UN Secretary-General. Speaking at the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Nepal, he called for urgent climate action and emphasized the vital role of youth in combating this crisis. The Asia-Pacific region is grappling with extreme heat, intensifying the need for united adaptation strategies.

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Himalayan glaciers are vanishing at an alarming rate, jeopardizing water sources for nearly two billion people in South Asia, warns the UN Secretary-General. Speaking at the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Nepal, he called for urgent climate action and emphasized the vital role of youth in combating this crisis. The Asia-Pacific region is grappling with extreme heat, intensifying the need for united adaptation strategies.