Climate Change: 2026 Likely to Be Second-Warmest Year
2026 is projected to be the second-warmest year on record, raising concerns about the escalating impacts of climate change. For Indonesia, a nation with extensive coastlines and a significant agricultural sector, these projections signal potential widespread disruptions.
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