Saudi Arabia Calls for Global Cooperation to Address Growing Food Crisis

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Saudi Arabia's Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, Abdulrahman Alfadley, emphasized the need for intensified international cooperation to address the global food crisis, which affects millions of people worldwide. Despite the world producing enough food to meet demand, hunger and malnutrition persist due to various factors such as weak governance, inadequate planning, and poor supply chains. Alfadley outlined several key actions to strengthen local food systems, improve access to affordable and nutritious food, and enhance global food security.

Key Takeaways:

  • The global food crisis affects millions of people worldwide, with Saudi Arabia urging intensified international cooperation to address the issue.
  • Minister Abdulrahman Alfadley stressed the need for stronger governance, strategic planning, and coordinated efforts to secure global food supplies.
  • Key actions to address the crisis include strengthening local food systems, improving access to affordable and nutritious food, enhancing transparency, and developing early warning systems.
  • Saudi Arabia has established a General Food Security Authority to strengthen its food security sector and developed an integrated early warning system to enhance its ability to predict and respond to threats to food supply chains.
  • The Kingdom has achieved a 16% reduction in food loss and waste over the past five years through national policies and initiatives.
  • The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has launched over 1,000 food security programs in 82 countries worldwide.

Statistics:

  • 82 countries have received food security programs from the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief).
  • Saudi Arabia has reduced food loss and waste by 16% over the past five years.
  • The Ministerial Meeting highlighted the need for responsible investment in agriculture, balanced consumption patterns, and a fair, transparent global trading system.

Sources:

  • (Saudi Press Agency, September 19, 2025)
  • Food Security Task Force Ministerial Meeting