Tackling global food crises head-on, Monaco joined the 176th FAO Council session to address urgent issues in Gaza, Ukraine, and Lebanon, while backing reforms and EU efforts for sustainable solutions.

From 2nd to 6th December, Monaco joined the 176th session of the FAO Council in Rome, stepping up as an observer to tackle some of today’s most pressing food crises.

The session spotlighted the dire food insecurity in Gaza and the ripple effects of the war in Ukraine on global food systems. In response, the FAO is rolling out initiatives to strengthen local food systems in affected regions. Lebanon, too, remains a major concern, with its agricultural and food security situation continuing to decline. The Council adopted bold emergency measures to address these urgent challenges.

Marking the FAO’s 80th anniversary, discussions also looked to the future. Plans for organizational reforms kicked off, with informal consultations set for early 2025. Monaco will play a role in these talks, leading up to the next FAO Council session and the 44th FAO Conference this summer.

Monaco also backed key EU declarations during the session, pushing for action on global food and agriculture priorities while supporting the FAO’s mission to build a more resilient and sustainable future.

As a member of the conversation on global food security, Monaco continues to play its part in shaping solutions for a more sustainable world.

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