Migrating, Adapting in Place or Missing Options? A Systematic Review of Climate Change-Migration Links in Peru
Peru provides an illuminating case for examining the links between climate change and migration. Settled in a wide range of contrasting climatic, topographic and vegetation zones, its population is exposed to diverse hazards projected to intensify under climate change. Through a systematic review of 59 studies, the authors identify how climatic pressures influence different forms of migration across Peru’s varied landscapes. It finds that hydrometeorological hazards in particular-resulting in water scarcity or water excess-can erode livelihoods and place satisfaction and thereby drive internal migration, disaster displacement and planned relocation in the country.
Macron’s Call for Greater European Sovereignty Could Backfire
Thanks to French President Emmanuel Macron, Europe has been talking about sovereignty since 2017. However, in Paris of all places, the term has been adopted by the growing nationalist movement.
On Trade, a Return of Trump Would Spell Trouble for EU
If Donald Trump wins the US presidential election in November, Europeans should once again brace for major transatlantic tensions on trade. An EU policy of strength would be the right response.
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After the Debate: The US Elections and the Transatlantic Relationship
Our panel looks at the US elections following the much-awaited TV debate between the two presidential candidates on September 10. We deliberate whether Vice President Kamala Harris can sustain the positive momentum of the first weeks after her nomination.