"Global Air Quality Report: 83 Asian Cities Among World's Most Polluted in 2023"

Only seven countries met the WHO's air quality guidelines in 2023, with Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India having the most polluted air. The report by IQAir highlighted the impact of fossil fuel combustion and climate change-induced wildfires on global air quality, with Canada experiencing record-setting wildfires contributing to increased particle pollution. The analysis emphasized the interconnected nature of air pollution, affecting human health worldwide, and revealed that more than 92% of countries exceeded particulate pollution guidelines. The report, based on data from over 30,000 air quality monitors, underscored the significant health risks associated with particulate matter, which penetrates the body and contributes to millions of premature deaths annually.