Climate Change Identified as Major Security Threat to Germany in New Report
A government-commissioned study warns of severe socio-economic and geopolitical risks tied to global warming, including migration, conflict, and economic instability.
- The 'National Interdisciplinary Climate Risk Assessment' (NiKE) identifies climate change as one of the five biggest external threats to Germany, alongside Russia, China, terrorism, and cyberattacks.
- Key risks outlined include global crop failures, resource scarcity, and migration pressures, which could destabilize regions and increase conflict, indirectly impacting Germany's security.
- Economic repercussions such as disrupted supply chains, infrastructure damage, and slowed growth are expected to strain Germany's economy and societal cohesion.
- The report highlights that climate-driven instability in Southern Europe could weaken EU unity and increase political volatility across the region.
- German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock emphasizes the need for urgent climate action, framing emissions reductions as critical to national and global security.
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