It’s located near the equator, meaning temperature increases will be most felt in the region. ASEAN countries lie near the Pacific Ocean, a major generator of strong typhoons. Several parts of Southeast Asia are also low-lying, making them vulnerable to sea level rise.
International development group Oxfam recently published a report on how climate change will affect food security and economy in ASEAN.
Here are some key findings and recommendations of the report:
Source: Asean Trade Union Council | 12 June 2015