Heatwaves, floods and wildfires pose rising threat to democracy, report finds

A report from the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance reveals that climate-related events disrupted 23 elections across 18 countries in 2024. The analysis indicates that over two decades, 94 elections have been similarly affected, highlighting a growing threat to democratic processes globally. Experts urge election planners to coordinate with meteorological agencies to mitigate the impact of climate hazards.

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