South Asia is facing an early and severe summer with above-average temperatures and the threat of a "super El Nino," which is expected to exacerbate heatwaves and lead to highly variable weather. Rainfall is predicted to be below average for key agricultural regions in Pakistan, India, and Nepal, creating a dangerous combination of low water availability and high heat. While transboundary water cooperation remains a challenge due to geopolitical tensions and limited integration, the article emphasizes the urgent need for improved domestic water governance and internal reforms within these countries. AI
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