Syria participated in the Fourth International Food Security Summit in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Wednesday, aiming to address the significant food security challenges exacerbated by the war.
Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management Raed al-Saleh and Agriculture Minister Dr. Amjad Badr attended the summit.
During his speech, Minister al-Saleh highlighted the severe impact of the conflict, particularly the contamination of vast areas with mines and unexploded ordnance, which continues to hinder agricultural production and food security in Syria.
The ministers also explored opportunities to leverage Ukraine’s expertise in demining and technological solutions. This collaboration could help support Syria’s National Center for Mine Clearance and aid in the rehabilitation of agricultural lands.
On the sidelines of the summit, Minister al-Saleh and Minister Badr met with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and explore potential cooperation in mine clearance and post-war recovery, with a focus on rehabilitating agricultural land.
The summit, held under the theme “Food from Ukraine,” serves as a key platform for enhancing global food security, particularly amid the growing crises caused by conflicts and climate change.
