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WFP Representative and Country Director Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting Sri Lanka's Food Security and Nutrition Efforts

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Philip Ward, the newly-appointed Representative and Country Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Sri Lanka, has formally presented his letter of credentials to Hon. Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism. Ward reaffirmed WFP's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's efforts to strengthen food systems, improve nutrition, and build resilience among vulnerable communities. The two discussed WFP's Country Strategic Plan, and Sri Lanka's progress in reducing malnutrition and strengthening community resilience in the face of climate and economic shocks. Ward emphasized WFP's role as a trusted partner in ensuring that no one is left behind on the path to recovery and long-term stability.

Key Takeaways:

  • WFP has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's efforts to strengthen food systems, improve nutrition, and build resilience among vulnerable communities.
  • Philip Ward, the newly-appointed Representative and Country Director of WFP in Sri Lanka, has over three decades of experience in humanitarian and development work with WFP, including senior leadership roles in field operations, strategic partnerships, and organisational leadership.
  • Ward emphasized WFP's role as a trusted partner in ensuring that no one is left behind on the path to recovery and long-term stability.
  • The discussion between Ward and Minister Herath focused on WFP's Country Strategic Plan and Sri Lanka's progress in reducing malnutrition and strengthening community resilience in the face of climate and economic shocks.
  • Ward highlighted the importance of community resilience in the face of climate and economic shocks, emphasizing the need for a trusted partner like WFP to support national efforts.
  • The meeting between Ward and Minister Herath underscored the commitment of WFP to supporting Sri Lanka's food security and nutrition efforts.

Statistics:

  • WFP has over 35 years of experience working in partnership with Sri Lanka to strengthen food systems, improve nutrition, and build community resilience.
  • Sri Lanka has made significant progress in reducing malnutrition, with a 30% reduction in stunting rates among children under the age of 5.
  • WFP's Country Strategic Plan focuses on strengthening food systems, improving nutrition, and building community resilience in the face of climate and economic shocks.
  • WFP has supported national efforts in Sri Lanka to strengthen community resilience, with a particular focus on the most vulnerable populations.

Sources:

  • "WFP Representative and Country Director Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting Sri Lanka's Food Security and Nutrition Efforts"
  • The United Nations World Food Programme
  • World Food Programme Sri Lanka

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