As the world continues to grapple with the effects of climate change, Yemen finds itself in a particularly vulnerable situation. The country is already facing several challenges, including an internationalized civil war and severe economic crisis. Climate change is likely to further exacerbate existing problems, with extreme weather events such as flash floods and droughts, as well as rising sea levels, already occurring in some parts of the country. This report focuses on two districts in Yemen which have been particularly affected by climate change and are likely to suffer further consequences in the future: Hajar district, Hadhramaut, and Tawahi district, Aden. Through a series of in-depth interviews and dialogues with local stakeholders, this report seeks to identify the direct and indirect impacts of climate change in the districts, as well as to highlight potential solutions and strategies for mitigation and adaptation.

The negative effects of climate change and the security risks associated with it are beginning to register across Iraq. This study seeks to delve deeper into the issue of climate change and its links to and effects on conflict dynamics throughout the country. The report was published within the project “Supporting local dialogue to address climate security risks in Iraq”, supported by Robert Bosch Stiftung.