The Himalayan country is far behind in enforcing construction codes despite sitting on the fault lines of two major tectonic plates, experts say.
Tag: Developing Countries
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U.S. and Other Rich Nations Are Cutting Climate Aid, Even as Risks Grow
Poor countries need far more money to adapt to climate change, according to a new United Nations report.
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Developing World Sees Double Standard in West’s Actions in Gaza and Ukraine
Resentments are complicating calls by the Biden administration to rally the world against efforts to “annihilate” democracies.
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What is China’s Belt and Road Initiative and How Is It Changing?
Xi Jinping enhanced China’s sway in the world by lending money for infrastructure. Now he’s collecting debts and rethinking his signature aid initiative.
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How a Fertilizer Shortage Is Spreading Desperate Hunger
Across Africa and in parts of Asia, disruption to the supply chain for fertilizer is raising food prices and increasing malnutrition.