Recurring Storms: Food Insecurity, Political Instability, and Conflict

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Food Insecurity, Political Instability, and Conflict

Renewed and expanded international collaboration to anticipate and prepare for recurring storms of food insecurity is essential. Afghanistan, Nigeria, and Syria are examples that vividly underscore the explosiveness of situations in which people find themselves unable to get the food they want and need. The experiences of post-conflict countries highlight some critical issues that need to be prioritized in order to regain sustainable food security. Averting future storms will require the recognition that food security challenges will extend long beyond 2030, political leadership must be visibly committed to these issues, and actions to reduce fragmentation of effort will be critical.
 

 

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Africa Asia Middle East Human Rights Transitional Justice Human Security International Development Food Security and Governance and Rule of Law
Emmy Simmons

Emmy Simmons

Senior Adviser (Non-resident), Global Food and Water Security Program

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