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Published: November 6, 2023 | Gracia Galler – España | Not yet
Justin Addison, UK delegation to the OSCE, shared his confidence that Russia’s attack on Ukraine is one of the factors driving existing food insecurity.
In early 2023, New Food reported that Russia had opted out of the Black Sea Grain Initiative, leading to a global increase in wheat and heightened concerns about global food insecurity.
Today, Justin Addison, second secretary of the British delegation to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), shares his view that Russia’s resolve to withdraw from the Black Sea Grain Initiative and systematic attacks on grain infrastructure have “worsened the food situation. ” insecurity. “
Addison told the OSCE Economic and Environment Committee that the effects on global food from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as well as climate change, clashes and the long-term effects of Covid-19, are “the main drivers of existing food insecurity. “.
“Russia’s resolve to withdraw from the Black Sea Grain Initiative has reduced the global source of grains at a critical time for other vulnerable people around the world and contributed to increased volatility in the market,” Addison said.
“Russia has also systematically targeted Ukraine’s civilian grain and port infrastructure, with the clear aim of degrading Ukraine’s ability to export food to the world,” he continued.
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In her speech, Addison said she believed “Russia’s moves would take time to correct” and that they have “long harmed Ukraine’s agricultural sector, which has played a critical role in the global food supply. “
Hoping to provide a “reset moment” to address the global food security factor, the UK will host a global summit on food security on 20 November 2023, bringing together governments, foreign organisations, scientists, NGOs and the private sector. combination to talk about what’s going to happen. Addison called it a “crisis. “
Addison’s speech, shared by the UK government, insisted that the summit would highlight new approaches to “addressing child death; building a sustainable and climate-resilient food system; help take early action to save it and lessen the impact of humanitarian crises; and using science and technology to improve food security. “
Addison went on to say that “as Russia seeks to destroy the industrial links that supply the world with food, the progression of the Middle Corridor offers a promising direction for industry and transportation in the long term. “In particular, Addison noted that “the diversification and expansion of industrial directions in Central Asian countries. . . not only does it bring economic expansion to the entire OSCE region, but it also has the prospect of global supply chains and energy security. “
In fact, Addison believes that by making an investment in infrastructure, there may be more opportunities to create business and service clusters, which he says can lead to “new revenue source resources and jobs. “
Speaking about the need for governments around the world, Addison also stressed that “the UK welcomes the political firmness of the governments of Azerbaijan and Georgia, as well as the coordination with Turkey and the countries of Central Asia and Eastern Europe. “The expansion and operation of the Corridor “could create opportunities in the spaces of port operations, logistics, standardization of regulations and insurance. “
To conclude his speech, Addison spoke of the UK’s commitment to remain in a position to offer policy support, inspire investment and explore tactics for UK exporters to use the Corridor, wherever possible.
Amid growing fears about the effect of Russia’s exit from the Black Sea Grain Initiative on the stability of global food security, Addison’s opinion notes that Russia’s moves have affected market volatility and led to relief in global grain supply. However, as concrete plans for a global summit on food security take shape, a glimmer of hope is emerging that promises to provide leaders with a platform to plan and devise cutting-edge methods to address the urgent challenge of food insecurity.
Food Security, Regulation & Legislation, Supply Chain, Trade & Economy, Global Food
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November 6, 2023
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Food Security, Regulation & Legislation, Supply Chain, Trade & Economy, Global Food
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Europe
Justin Addison
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