Population and Security: Water disputes on the way to a major global problem?

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The essay explores the critical role of water in human existence, emphasizing its importance for drinking, food production, and hygiene. It highlights projections of population growth and increasing wealth, leading to a surge in global freshwater demand. However, climate change and environmental factors threaten water availability in various regions, positioning water as a potential security issue and a catalyst for conflict. The analysis underscores the urgent need to address water scarcity in the context of global population dynamics and environmental challenges.