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Toxic Smog Engulfs Cities in Bangladesh, Southeast Asia

  • #India
  • #Pollution
  • #Fossil fuel
  • #Environment
  • #Bangladesh
  • #Driving
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DEC 2023
Image copyright: Wikimedia Commons [Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2009]
story last updated DEC 2023

The Spin

Narrative A

Countries across the region are paralyzed by the deteriorating toxic and unhealthy air quality. There is a solution but to solve this crisis the nations must work together to understand the causes, develop regional policy, and develop innovative solutions. State-sanctioned responses and major regional collaboration will have to precariously balance the creation of healthy air for residents meeting the needs of the economy.

Deccan Herald

Narrative B

While the World Bank and other bodies stress robust, regional actions to address the smog issue in South and Southeast Asia, some targeted, cost-effective programming can go a long way. For example, the development of India's National Clean Air Program increased air quality standards reduced vehicle and industrial pollution, and explored alternative energy investments while also preserving economic development. Tackling smog doesn't have to be daunting or economically stifling for the nations affected.

World Bank

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