In a series of meetings in Nairobi, Kenya, Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed spearheaded discussions on fortifying global food systems and advancing sustainable development, setting the stage for the upcoming fourth UN Food Systems Summit.
Ms. Mohammed¡¯ s high-level meetings, which took place between 22 and 25 February, aimed at addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time: the transformation of global food systems.
These discussions are a precursor to the much-anticipated UN Food Systems Summit +4 (), scheduled for July 28-30, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and co-hosted by the governments of Ethiopia and Italy.
Ms. Mohammed emphasized the critical need for a holistic approach to food systems. ¡°Transforming our food systems is essential to driving progress across the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and delivering for everyone, everywhere,¡± she stated.
Her words resonated deeply with the diverse group of stakeholders present, including government officials, private sector leaders, and representatives from civil society.
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