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An aerial view shows a resort island at the Male Atoll
An aerial view shows a resort island at the Male Atoll December 7, 2009. Maldives has a population of some 400, 000 islanders, whose livelihood from fishing and tourism is being hit by climate change. Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed said in November that 2 degrees Celsius warming would risk swamping the sand-rimmed coral atolls and islets, dotted with palm trees and mangrove clumps, that form his small country.REUTERS/Reinhard Krause (MALDIVES - Tags: POLITICS ENVIRONMENT TRAVEL) - GM1E5CE00DE01
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This aerial view showcases a stunning resort island nestled in the Male Atoll, Maldives. The photograph, taken on December 7,2009, highlights the breathtaking beauty of this tropical paradise. With its crystal-clear turquoise waters and pristine white sandy beaches, it is no wonder that tourism plays a vital role in the livelihoods of the approximately 400,000 islanders who call Maldives home. However, beneath this idyllic scene lies an underlying concern - climate change. Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed has warned that even a mere two degrees Celsius increase in global temperatures could have devastating consequences for these sand-rimmed coral atolls and islets. As rising sea levels threaten to engulf these picturesque islands adorned with palm trees and mangrove clumps, their very existence hangs precariously in the balance. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder of both the fragility and resilience of our planet's ecosystems. It underscores the urgent need for collective action to combat climate change before it irreversibly alters landscapes like this one forever. Photographer Reinhard Krause skillfully captures not only the natural splendor but also the political and environmental implications associated with this mesmerizing destination. Through his lens, we are compelled to appreciate both its magnificence and vulnerability simultaneously – an image that speaks volumes about our responsibility to protect such precious treasures for future generations.
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