Informal briefing on Food Crises

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Thursday, 17 April 2025 |11:00 am to 12 pm CEST
Building H, Room H.307A, Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland

After 14 years of conflict, devastated economy, and institutional instability, the Syrian Arab Republic is grappling with one of the world’s most challenging food security crises. The political transition in Syria has significantly reshaped the humanitarian landscape, with an estimated 16.7 million people in need of humanitarian assistance.

Food insecurity reached a record high due to renewed insecurity and displacement, disruption of basic services and safety nets, and interruptions to commercial supply chains. The impact on Syria’s agricultural sector—on which nearly half the population depends—continues to be profound.

This briefing will provide updated insights on the current food security situation, as well as challenges and opportunities for emergency response, resilience-building, and early recovery for a rapidly evolving context.

Speakers:

• Abdulhakim Elwaer, Assistant Director General/Regional Representative FAO Near East
• Marianne Ward, Country Director and Representative, WFP Syria

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