The Tigris and Euphrates River Basin

Problem Overview

      The issue most pressing in the Tigris Euphrates River Basin is that of water management. It is an issue that is exacerbated by the arid climate’s tendency for droughts, and the lack of political agreement between the three nations. This background overview will cover the history of this area, the political climate, water usage and, the actual climate that all must be understood to tackle the water scarcity that plagues this area.

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