Food Security

First shipment of Russian fertiliser heads for Africa: UN

A spokesperson for the UN secretary-general says the shipment of 20,000 metric tons of fertiliser is the first in a series of exports destined for Africa in the coming months.

UN warns of food insecurity in Middle East due to water scarcity

Middle East does not lack drinking water, but enough water to produce food, says UN Food and Agriculture Organization.

What to expect from the G20 Summit in Bali

The Indonesian Presidency has set the agenda for the summit against a backdrop of a potential global recession, disruptions related to Covid-19 and an energy and food crisis.

Battle of oranges: Tonnes of South African fruit stranded at European ports

The EU introduced new plant and health safety requirements as ships were already at sea carrying hundreds of containers full of fruit to Europe, resulting in them being held up on arrival.

How the Ukraine crisis raises the costs of climate change for poor nations

Climate-vulnerable nations, already footing the global bill of a changing climate, face rising borrowing costs and economic challenges that further impair their ability to adapt.

‘Istanbul-based centre for Ukrainian grain exports a lifeline to humanity’

Türkiye-based joint coordination centre, which will be operated with Ukrainian, Russian, Turkish and UN officials, aims to ensure safe passage of Ukrainian grain exports through the Black Sea.

Live blog: European Union set to target Russian gold with new sanctions

EU targets Russian gold exports in an update to its sanctions' packages as G20 officials seek strategies to counter inflation and food insecurity that have worsened due to the conflict in Ukraine, now in its 142nd day.

Türkiye to discuss with Russia, Ukraine exports of Ukrainian grain

Turkish President Erdogan said he will talk to his Russian and Ukrainian counterparts about a grain export corridor from Ukraine.

Could China benefit from the Ukraine crisis?

Beijing will make some gains from the conflict as its sanctions-hit ally Russia will need China for goods and equipment more than ever.

Nearly one third of the Arab world is experiencing food insecurity

The United Nations has warned that hunger across the Arab world has increased by 91.1 percent over the past two decades.

Ramadan reflections: How do we ensure food security for all?

The holy month of Ramadan is an opportunity for us to rethink how we rear our food and its impact on society and our environment.

D-8 lays out 10-year road map aiming to boost trade cooperation

The plan includes cooperation between Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey in trade, agriculture and food security, SMEs, energy, transport, tourism, and health.