A scientific commentary argues that environmental change, declining rodent diversity, reservoir microbiomes and global travel should be integrated into early warning systems under a One Health approach.
The Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program, launched in 1978, combined afforestation, dune stabilization, public investment and rural labor to curb desertification in northern China. Its progress is significant, but experts warn that restoration can only be sustained through monitoring, local management and political continuity.
The World Meteorological Organization’s regional climate report recorded high temperatures, marine heatwaves and historically low surface pH levels in 2025. The impacts extend to ecosystems, fisheries, economies and communities, while coordination and capacity gaps still hinder risk anticipation.