Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed calls for innovation and resilience to boost world's food security
Sheikh Mans our bin Zayed , Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has pledged the UAE will continue collaborating to find innovative ways to strengthen global food security, as an international summit opened in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mansour said creating food systems capable of withstanding future challenges was crucial to long-term development throughout the…
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, the UAE's Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, has underscored the nation's commitment to collaborating on innovative approaches to bolster global food security. During the opening of the Global Food Security Summit in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mansour emphasized the importance of developing food systems resilient enough to withstand future challenges.
"As Abu Dhabi hosts the Global Food Security Summit, the UAE continues to work with partners around the world to develop innovative solutions that strengthen and sustain food security," he stated. The UAE's objective is to cultivate a more resilient and efficient food system that conserves resources and adapts to emerging challenges. Food security is central to development and prosperity, according to Sheikh Mansour.
Recently, Khalifa Al Marar, Minister of State, cautioned that disruptions to global supply chains could push tens of millions into severe food insecurity. At an Arria-formula meeting on September 17, during the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Al Marar highlighted the necessity of securing supply chains, trade routes, and energy flows to ensure international peace and stability.
He warned that any disruption to these networks has a direct impact on food security and the accessibility of crucial fertilizers for global agriculture.
The second edition of the Global Food Security Summit commenced in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, as part of Global Food Week, which continues until Thursday. The summit convenes governments, international organizations, investors, researchers, and food industry leaders to explore strategies for safeguarding supplies amidst pressures such as climate change, geopolitical tensions, supply-chain disruptions, and rising costs.
The focus is on international cooperation to enhance the resilience of food systems, along with the roles of artificial intelligence, sustainable water management, and technology. Global Food Week is under Sheikh Mansour's patronage and has drawn participants from 92 countries, with speakers from 30 nations participating in the Food Security Summit.
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