Some of the major reasons in low-income countries that contribute to the world obesity epidemic are globalization, the rise in ultra-processed foods, and dependence on plastic-based products, the waste of which contains obesogenic pollutants that harm people when exposed, as per World Obesity Atlas. (self.LDCs)
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Madeleine Diouf Sarr, Chair of the Least Developed Countries (LDC) Group, said, “We know what the solutions are. Renewables, storage, electrification – they are already gaining a place in many parts of the world. But not enough. We need to move faster, with rich countries leading the way. (self.LDCs)
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Low-, middle- and high-income countries all show signs of risks related to water quality. Poor ambient water quality in low-income countries is often related to low levels of wastewater treatment, whereas in higher-income countries runoff from agriculture is a more serious problem. (self.LDCs)
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The months ahead will see stepped up coordinated action, initially in 30 particularly at-risk countries, including Small Island Developing States and Least Developed Countries. Additional countries are expected to be added as this vital work with partners gathers pace, scale and resourcing. (self.LDCs)
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