FAO Liaison Office in Geneva

News

28/05/2026
At World Nutrition Day 2026, FAO Director-General calls for effective collaboration to ensure that basic, nutritious, healthy, and functional foods reach those who need them most
27/05/2026
World Bee Day 2026 celebrations at the Palais des Nations in Geneva
26/05/2026
FAO Director-General QU Dongyu addresses event on Middle East conflict with Spain Prime Minister
25/05/2026
QU Dongyu addresses Vatican-hosted high-level symposium: AI and the Future of Human Dignity
20/05/2026
FAO outlines urgent measures and policy recommendations to avert severe crisis within six to 12 months
20/05/2026
QU Dongyu praises the Indian leader’s efforts to prioritize agrifood systems and rural development
19/05/2026

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are recognized as a special case for sustainable development efforts due to their unique vulnerabilities. SIDS are particularly exposed to challenges, such as external economic shocks, coastal erosion and sea-level rise, climate shocks, and extreme events, affecting food security and nutrition.

15/05/2026
Conflict, displacement and restricted humanitarian access leave more than 825,000 children at risk of death from severe malnutrition in 2026
13/05/2026
Findings underscore need for discussion on global standards as demand for environmentally friendly packaging rises
11/05/2026
Ministerial Meeting in Tajikistan addresses sustainable agrifood systems
08/05/2026
Index also impacted by increases in cereal and rice prices amid disruptions linked to Strait of Hormuz crisis
07/05/2026
Director-General QU Dongyu addresses the Ministerial Meeting of the MED9++ Countries and calls for coordinated action to address disruptions threatening food security
30/04/2026
Throughout March and April 2026, FAO actively contributed to key trade-focused discussions and events, providing valuable insights and updates on agricultural and fisheries trade, food security, and sustainable development.
30/04/2026
Publicly-oriented agricultural R&D systems surpass $50 billion globally and investment is steadier since 2009
28/04/2026
Conflict and displacement drive worsening crisis, with risk of famine in hardest-hit areas; nearly 700,000 children in danger of severe and deadly malnutrition
28/04/2026
QU Dongyu addresses FAO Council on implications for world food security and agriculture due to supply chain disruptions in the Gulf region
27/04/2026

From 22 to 24 April 2026, the 29th International Meeting of Mine Action National Directors and UN Advisers (NDM‑UN29) took place at the Geneva International Conference Centre under the theme "One Humanity".