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Mountain regions, particularly in tropical regions where they are prime human habitat, are increasingly threatened by climate change, demographic pressure, and economic development that in many cases lead to resource depletion and degradation, hindering the provision of critical goods and services to both mountain inhabitants and lowland communities.
UNESCO: OFFICE IN BRASILIA
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"As you see forest loss continue, as you see the depletion of rivers, you are undercutting the foundation for economic development in those countries, " he said.
CNN: Earth 'going downhill' as consumption rises, report says
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We believe that economic development should not be done at the expense of environmental exploitation and resource depletion.
UNESCO: Speech by Hon Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin During the 184th UNESCO Executive Board Meeting,