Spotlight discussion - Global food security in time of crises

The Russian invasion of Ukraine, one of the world’s largest food exporters, has severely disrupted global food supply chains, leading to significant price jumps in food items and fertilizers that threaten food security, particularly in Africa and the Middle East.

• What have been the consequences of the war in Ukraine on food security in Africa and the Middle East? Which agricultural commodities have been hit hardest and how disruptive has this proven so far?

• What is the EU doing at a geopolitical level to avert the worst happening in poorer parts of the world? Is the EU helping Africa become more or less dependent on food imports?

• Could other major food exporters like India, Brazil, the U.S. or the EU step in and bridge the production gaps?