Australia plans to relocate up to 600 Cocos Islanders due to rising seas, facing local opposition.
The Australian government proposes relocating up to 600 residents of the Cocos Islands within the next 10 to 50 years due to rising sea levels and coastal erosion. The plan, aimed at protecting lives and preserving the environment, has drawn criticism from islanders who argue it prioritizes defense interests over their wellbeing. The proposal is open for community consultation and has yet to be finalized.
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