Resource Conflicts and Global Challenges

The video discusses the increasing conflicts over resources due to scarcity, population growth, and global warming. It highlights the Niger Delta conflict in Nigeria, where local populations demand a fair share of oil revenues. The video also covers water conflicts, using Darfur as an example, where climate change exacerbates tensions between pastoralists and farmers. Finally, it addresses future conflicts over energy resources, focusing on oil, natural gas, and uranium in regions like the Middle East and Africa.

What are the main reasons for the increasing conflicts over resources?

• Decreasing population and technological advancements

• Resource abundance and economic stability

• Political stability and international cooperation

• Resource scarcity, population growth, and global warming

What is the primary cause of the conflict in the Niger Delta?

• Religious differences

• Disputes over agricultural land

• Oil revenue distribution

• Foreign intervention

What role does the United States play in the Niger Delta conflict?

• Supplying arms and military advisors

• Providing humanitarian aid

• Investing in local businesses

• Mediating peace talks

Which group is primarily involved in the conflict in Darfur?

• Environmental activists and industrialists

• Oil companies and local governments

• Pastoralists and farmers

• Foreign investors and local businesses

What is a significant factor contributing to the conflict in Darfur?

• Economic prosperity

• Abundant rainfall

• Water scarcity due to global warming

• Political stability

Which regions are most likely to experience intense energy conflicts?

• Scandinavia and Eastern Europe

• South America and Australia

• Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands

• Middle East, Caspian Sea Basin, and Africa

Why is uranium expected to become a source of conflict?

• Abundance of alternative energy sources

• Decreased demand for nuclear power

• Lack of technological advancements

• Increased demand due to a shift to nuclear power

Which areas are likely to face water conflicts due to dryness?

• Western Europe and the Mediterranean

• Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands

• Scandinavia and the Arctic

• North Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East

What is a common factor in both energy and water conflicts?

• Political stability

• Resource scarcity

• Abundance of resources

• Technological advancements

How does global warming contribute to resource conflicts?

• By stabilizing political situations

• By reducing population growth

• By increasing resource abundance

• By making resources more scarce