Delivery Closing remarks at the top of the United Nations food systems +4 moment of shares (UNFSSS + 4) In Addis Ababa, co-organized by Ethiopia and Italy, Ms. Mohammed praised the growing momentum behind the transformation of food systems.
But she also warned that with only five years to 2030, “hunger and malnutrition persist. Climate shocks, conflicts, debt and inequalities widen the cracks in our systems. ”
“Too often, food systems are considered to be part of our challenges,” she said. “When in fact, they can be one of the largest solutions to deliver to people, planet, peace and prosperity.”
A global process of transformation
The United Nations Summit process on food systems was Launched in 2021 “In the middle of a global pandemic” to catalyze national and global action to make food systems more inclusive, resilient and durable.
The actions of 2025 brought together more than 3,000 participants from governments, civil society, indigenous peoples, young people and the private sector to assess progress and renew commitments.
To date, more than 130 countries have developed national roads for the transformation of food systems, supported by United Nations agencies and development partners.
Move the UNFSS process
In her address, Ms. Mohammed underlined several areas of progress and called for an urgent and coordinated action:
- Food systems as climatic solutions:
“Food and agriculture are now part of the climate plans in 168 countries,” she said, noting their potential to reduce emissions and strengthen resilience. - School meals as a strategic investment:
Over 170 countries are implementing school meal programs. These are not only meals – they are investments in children, our farmers and the future. - Cities lead innovation:
Urban centers are exercising efforts to reduce food waste and strengthen local supply chains. Cities show what innovation in the field looks like. - Inclusion is essential:
Ms. Mohammed called for the inclusion of young people, indigenous peoples, women and marginalized communities. “These are powerful commitments to transform food systems for people and the planet you have helped to inspire. »» - Funding must match the ambition:
She urged donors and development banks to align investments on national roads.
“While we conclude this stock, we must recognize that we have met in the face of challenges that test our moral values and threaten the future sustainability of our planet, highlighting the urgency of our work together.”
A food market in the Amhara region in Ethiopia.
Global hunger decreases, but regional disparities persist
The summit, which takes place in the Ethiopian capital since July 27, has seen the launch of Food and nutrition security in the world 2025 (Sofi) Report, which revealed a modest decline in world hunger – but a disturbing increase in food insecurity in Africa and Western Asia
Jointly produced by Fao,, Ifad,, Unicef,, Wfp And WHOThe report underlines how the persistent inflation of food prices has undermined access to healthy diets, especially for low -income populations. Vulnerable groups – including women, children and rural communities – remain disproportionately affected.
The report calls:
- Coherent tax and monetary policies to stabilize markets
- Open and resilient commercial systems
- Targeted social protection for populations at risk
- Sustained investment in resilient agrofood systems
While noting an encouraging decrease in the world’s rate, the report stressed that progress is uneven. Sofi 2025 serves as a critical recall that the international community must intensify efforts to ensure that everyone has access to sufficient, safe and nutritious foods.
Hope for those who need it
Tuesday, during a secondary event, Ms. Mohammed called for long -term and inclusive solutions to food insecurity in regions affected by the crisis. She highlighted the amazing assessment of acute malnutrition, noting that more than 37 million children under the age of five will face acute malnutrition this year – nearly 10 million of them suffering from severe waste, the deadliest form of undernutrition.
“Communities are trapped in implacable cycles of difficulties,” she said. “But courage is exposed at all times. »»
Ms. Mohammed urged governments and partners to go beyond short-term interventions and adopt locally transformative and motivated solutions. She congratulated countries integrating resilience in national strategies and combining traditional knowledge with science to rebuild food systems.
“These governments do not wait for permission-they lead,” she said.
It described three priorities for action: catalytic finance which strengthens local capacity; Coordinated responses that reject humanitarian and development divisions; And community -centered approaches, especially for women and young people.
“The transformation of food systems is particularly critical in complex contexts,” she said. “It stimulates food security, resilience, stability and inclusive growth.”
She finished the event with a call to strengthen multilateralism and unlock opportunities “for and with those who need it most”.
UN assistant secretary general, Amina Mohammed (left), serves food for children during a Summit event of United Nations food systems in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Ahead
Ms. Mohammed closed the summit by a call to action:
“Our movement has shown what is possible when we work together deliberately between the sectors, the stakeholders and the countries with a common goal.”
She called on governments and people around the world to rely on what has been accomplished and to work together for peace and to realize the vision of the 2030 agenda.
“Let’s continue to open the way – together. »»
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