This year alone, some 275 million people are likely to be at least at the risk of food insecurity across the world. Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a commodity price surge and the Covid-19 pandemic have all posed a risk to food security around the world.
However, it is Russia's war against Ukraine that has amplified the problem even further, particularly due to the deliberate targeting of food storage locations by the Russian forces, resulting in more 20 million tonnes of grain being currently blocked.
The EU and its member countries are stepping up action, together with international partners, to show its solidarity: to help Ukraine, its people and farmers, as well as vulnerable food-importing countries around the world that face surging prices and potential shortages. It is urgent that we work towards enhancing global food security while supporting farmers and consumers in the EU.
So the big question: what are we doing to help those affected by the situation?
Strengthening global food security
The EU will continue to show its full solidarity with countries around the world in addressing the consequences of war. The EU is a leading provider of humanitarian and development assistance to food and food systems.
This includes over €1 billion to address food security in the Sahel, and €633 million for urgent support and to strengthen food systems and resilience in the Horn of Africa.
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