The World Air Quality Report Reveals the Problem of Hazardous Particles
The World Health Organization sets strict safety limits for hazardous fine particles – PM2.5 – that can penetrate deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream. Zamin.uz reported on this.
Exposure to these particles can lead to respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. Switzerland's IQAir monitoring company analyzed data from 9,446 cities across 143 countries and territories to assess global air quality.
The results presented in the 2025 Global Air Quality Report indicate that pollution levels have become a serious issue worldwide. According to the report, only 13 countries and territories met the World Health Organization's safety limit of 5 micrograms per cubic meter.
In Europe, only Andorra, Estonia, and Iceland met this requirement. Additionally, areas considered to have safe air quality include Australia, Barbados, Bermuda, French Polynesia, Grenada, New Caledonia, Panama, Puerto Rico, Réunion, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The analyzed 130 countries failed to meet the established safety standards. The highest pollution level was recorded in Pakistan, where 67.3 micrograms of PM2.5 per cubic meter were detected.
Furthermore, Bangladesh, Tajikistan, Chad, and the Democratic Republic of Congo are among the five most polluted countries. These data once again emphasize the necessity of international cooperation in improving air quality and protecting health.
Air cleanliness is a crucial factor for human health, necessitating effective measures in this regard.
