Mr. Yousaf Jogezai:

Concern Worldwide published the Global Hunger Index report three weeks ago. Within the report, we refer to a toxic cocktail of the climate crisis, the Covid-19 and violent conflicts. Those forces are having a negative impact on the hunger situation in the world. Violent conflicts are becoming increasingly severe and protracted, and are destructive to virtually every aspect of the food system. Climate change is one of the major contributors to insecure food access. The rise in hunger is among the most pressing challenges of our time and requires decisive and sustained actions.

We can see, even in some of the major conflicts in the world, that the roots are in the move towards climate change. There have been limited responses from governments that have limited capacity and resources. There has also been a lack of action from the international community. We feel there is an urgency that should be dealt with through immediate actions.