00:00 A huge 2.2 billion people still lack access to clean drinking water, with 115 million
00:06 relying on unsafe surface sources, underscoring a pressing global challenge.
00:11 Nearly half of the world's population faces water scarcity at some point each year, according
00:17 to the latest report from the UN-backed IPCC.
00:21 Worse yet, water-related disasters account for a staggering 70% of natural disaster deaths,
00:27 as highlighted by the World Bank.
00:30 The problem extends beyond borders, with transnational water affecting 153 countries.
00:36 However, only 24 nations have full cooperation arrangements for shared basins, leaving many
00:41 vulnerable to disputes and mismanagement.
00:45 Experts stress the urgent need for action.
00:48 Sustainable management practices, infrastructure investment and cross-border collaboration
00:52 are essential to address this crisis, and ensure access to safe water for all.
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