Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali has called on world leaders to move beyond rhetoric and create sustainable food systems as the three-day World Without Hunger Conference concluded in Addis Ababa on Thursday.
In his closing remarks for the three-day conference, Ali said solving hunger calls for the creation of sustainable and equitable food systems where everyone has access to sufficient food.
“The vision for Zero Hunger extends beyond merely addressing hunger and malnutrition,” he said.
“It calls for the creation of sustainable and equitable food systems where everyone has access to sufficient food. It is about enabling our populations dignified lives free from basic wants.”
The conference, which brought together over 1,500 high-level stakeholders including heads of state, government ministers, UN agencies, and private sector leaders, focused on finding practical solutions to one of humanity’s most pressing challenges. The three-day event featured technical sessions, an investment forum, and a high-level political forum aimed at addressing global food security concerns.
Co-organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the African Union Commission (AUC), and the Ethiopian government, with technical support from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the conference emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among stakeholders to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The gathering highlighted the importance of transforming commitments into concrete actions to ensure food security and sustainable food systems for future generations.
The Prime Minister’s rousing call to action underscored the urgency and importance of the conference’s mission, as the international community races to achieve the UN’s Zero Hunger goal by 2030. With continued global cooperation and a shared commitment to innovative solutions, conference organizers expressed optimism that meaningful strides can be made in alleviating this persistent humanitarian crisis.
