• According to a new report by the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC), climate-related disasters such as floods and droughts are expected to displace around 3 million people worldwide by 2023. The report suggests that this displacement will primarily affect low-income and marginalized communities, exacerbating existing inequalities and vulnerabilities.

• The report highlights that the majority of these displacements will occur in countries that are already facing significant challenges, including Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, and South Sudan. These regions are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, with limited resources and infrastructure to cope with the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events.

• The IDMC report emphasizes the urgent need for comprehensive and coordinated global action to address the root causes of climate change and mitigate its devastating effects on vulnerable populations. This includes investing in climate adaptation and resilience strategies, as well as providing support and resources for communities that are already being impacted by climate-related displacement.