翻譯:請將以下英文段落翻譯成中文;中文段落翻譯成英文
The 21st century is being characterized by persistent, ubiquitous drought in most regions
of the world. In the West, California is experiencing the worst drought in its history,
and the effects are being felt nationwide. Similar scenarios are visible worldwide due to
climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions, the lack of rain, and warming
temperatures. In the wake of the severe California drought, scientists also believe that
global warming is making the situation worse. Warmer temperatures worsen drought
by causing more evaporation from reservoirs, rivers and soil.(20 分)
當世界各國都積極談判自由貿易協定之際,臺灣也必須規劃可行的措施,藉此擴
大貿易的版圖,同時提升國際競爭力。為了達成此目標,經貿國際化與自由化是
必須考量的策略。在這同時,經由教育國際化來提升高等教育的品質,並培養具
國際宏觀的人才,實為基本途徑。(20 分)