Climate center: Egypt among least affected by climate change despite heat complaints

Egypt is experiencing relatively low impacts from climate change compared to other regions globally, according to the Climate Information Center at the Ministry of Agriculture. Dr. Mohamed Fahim, the center's head, stated that the current heatwaves are typical for the summer season.

Fahim explained that while climate change has led to phenomena like a prolonged "summer season," Egypt's geographical location and environmental factors contribute to its comparative resilience. He noted that many other areas worldwide are facing more severe consequences.

The center's assessment comes amid public complaints about rising temperatures. Fahim's remarks aim to contextualize these experiences within broader climate trends, differentiating between seasonal variations and long-term climate change effects. The focus remains on Egypt's position as a region less vulnerable to the most extreme manifestations of global warming.