What are the most effective ways to promote sustainable development in delta areas?
Delta areas are regions where rivers meet the sea, forming fertile lands, rich biodiversity, and dynamic ecosystems. They are also home to more than 500 million people, who depend on them for food, water, livelihoods, and culture. However, delta areas face multiple threats from climate change, sea level rise, land subsidence, erosion, salinization, pollution, and human activities. How can we promote sustainable development in these vulnerable and valuable areas? Here are some of the most effective ways to do so.