The global food crisis, explained

The war in Ukraine threatens the world with unprecedented hunger. Even with a deal in place to get Ukraine's food exports moving, serious weaknesses in the global food system would remain. Can anything be done to prevent future crises?

00:00 - The emerging global food crisis
00:31 - Why is mass hunger on the rise?
02:26 - The impact of energy price rises
03:46 - The food crisis in Tunisia
05:06 - How hunger is driving increased civil unrest
07:06 - Export bans and stockpiling can do more harm than good
09:09 - Why global food crises will keep happening

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How the conflict in Ukraine propelled mass hunger: https://econ.st/3uM4ZcI

Why is global hunger accelerating after years of decline: https://econ.st/3ICVLoV

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What impact does hoarding and controls on food exports have? https://econ.st/3aKLr1A