The threats from invasive alien species are 
increasing in all regions of Earth and are 
predicted to do so in the future. Even without 
the introduction of new species, existing 
populations of invasive alien species will 
continue spreading through all ecosystems. 
Amplification of and interactions among 
direct and indirect drivers of change will 
profoundly shape and exacerbate the future 
threats from invasive alien species.
 <Section-header> B. Globally, invasive alien species 
and their impacts are increasing 
rapidly and are predicted to 
continue rising in the future </Section-header> 

13SUMMARY FOR POLICYMAKERS
The thematic assessment report on
INVASIVE ALIEN SPECIES
AND THEIR CONTROL
B. Globally, invasive alien species 
and their impacts are increasing 
rapidly and are predicted to 
continue rising in the future