David Michel

David Michel, a Senior Fellow at CSIS, explores the critical intersection of water security and global conflict. He highlights how water scarcity drives tensions in regions like Ethiopia and Egypt, and discusses its role as both a conflict trigger and a potential tool for cooperation. Michel also emphasizes the urgent need for innovative water management solutions to prevent violence and the significant investment required for global water security. The conversation reveals the broader implications of water issues on U.S. geopolitical and economic interests.