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  Indian Ocean: Off the coast of Singapore

  The Indian Ocean is the third-largest ocean in the world. It is dotted with many islands, including Singapore—a micro-state with an area of barely 697 km2—home to five million people.

  Singapore, which is especially vulnerable to climate change and other environmental ups and downs, sets the example in resource management. It has developed an advanced wastewater treatment and recycling process that meets 7% of the country’s fresh water needs.

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  France: Moselle River, near Nancy

  At 545 km long, the Moselle River is the Rhine’s largest tributary. It flows through France, Germany and Luxembourg in the heart of a lush valley known for its many vineyards.

  In recent years, however, the water quality of the Moselle River has been contaminated by farm, industrial and human effluents. Many projects have been launched to restore the ecosystem and balance of this fragile environment.

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  Tunisia: Northern region, Ghar El Melh lagoon

  Located in northern Tunisia, the Ghar El Melh lagoon is a rich wetland that plays an essential role in balancing and maintaining the region’s biological diversity. Its waters are home to a remarkable variety of aquatic flora and fauna. Its complex ecosystem, which has been deeply affected by human activity, has been protected by the Ramsar Convention since 2007.