For the past three years, the number of people suffering from hunger and malnutrition worldwide has been rising dramatically again. Currently, 828 million people are affected, 10% of the world's population. Although there is enough food available worldwide, numerous factors mean that the right to food cannot currently be granted in many countries. These include the Russian war of aggression on Ukraine and resulting disrupted trade chains and price increases; the severe consequences of climate change, such as drought or severe storms and resulting crop failures; and last but not least, violent conflicts. Countries in the global South are particularly affected. Harmful practices such as food speculation further fuel global food insecurity. The implementation of long-term strategies in partner countries, support for sustainable agricultural practices, and the provision of sufficient resources for emergency aid in crisis regions can be decisive levers in tackling global hunger.
Given the ongoing crises facing the global food system, the EU's contribution to promoting food security is more important than ever. But how is Europe taking global responsibility for feeding the world? What challenges and conflicts stand in the way of a global green and just future without hunger? And how can we reduce influences from food speculation on an already tense situation?
To seek answers to these questions, on June 02 we will look at the current state of food security, the challenges facing the global food system, and the role of EU policymakers in addressing these challenges.
Program:
17:00 – 18:30
- Welcome by MEP Martin Häusling (Agricultural Policy Spokesman for the Greens/EFA) and MEP Erik Marquardt (Vice-Chairman of the Committee on Development)
- Input from Tobias Reichert – Germanwatch: Impact of food speculation on food security.
- Input from Sigrid Müller – World Food Programme: How far to the goal of No Hunger by 2030?
- Discussion and exchange with the audience
18:30 – 19:00
- Conclusion with small reception
Moderation: Susan Zare, Moderator, Journalist & Speaker
Venue:
Spielfeld Digital Hub, Skalitzer Straße 85/86 – 10997 Berlin
Date and time:
02.06.2023
17 – 7 pm
Registration:
REGISTRATION CLOSED
For all people who cannot attend on site, there will be a possibility to listen via a live stream. You will receive the link by mail shortly before the event starts.
