Liquid Security: Security Implications of Water Scarcity in China

Abstract

Water scarcity poses a significant security concern in China. Issues with availability and pollution compound the problem, especially in regards to industry and agriculture. While the Chinese government has tried several initiatives to correct the water scarcity issue, such as the Three Gorges Dam, the South-North Water Transfer Project, and the Chinese Water Laws, the lack of agreements with neighboring nations regarding water use has the potential to cause interstate conflict, especially with India and Pakistan.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 27, 2015
Accession Number
AD1175908

Entities

People

  • Sarah B. Lenz

Organizations

  • Marine Corps University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Asia
  • Central Asia
  • China
  • Climate
  • Climate Change
  • Department Of Defense
  • Drainage Basins
  • Droughts
  • Environment
  • Eurasia
  • Governments
  • Information Operations
  • National Security
  • Security

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  • Environmental Engineering.
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