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Indo-Africa food for thought
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Context
India is hosting the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE) in Delhi from August 2-7, 2024.
India's historical and current role in agricultural development and global food security. India's contributions to agricultural revolutions and the importance of South-South collaboration are significant especially between India and Africa, to address food and nutritional security challenges.
Historical Significance and ICAE's Roots
- ICAE's Origin in India: Founded by Lord Elmhirst with Rabindranath Tagore's support to aid village development in Santiniketan in 1921.
- First ICAE in India: India hosted the ICAE in 1958, with PM Jawaharlal Nehru as the chief guest, marking its global agricultural significance.
- Tagore's Vision: Tagore aimed to free villages from ignorance and inspire scientific training, forming the foundation of ICAE’s goals.
Agricultural Challenges and South-South Collaboration
- Nutritional Security Issues: India and Africa struggle with child malnutrition, needing global and South-South collaboration for sustainable solutions.
- ICAE Study Findings: High-debt service ratios and underfunding in agriculture hamper productivity and efforts to reduce child malnutrition in India and Africa.
- Public Spending and R&D: Enhancing investment in agricultural R&D and infrastructure is crucial for growth and improved nutrition outcomes.
Global Food Security and G20 Leadership
- Global Hunger Goals: Achieving Zero Hunger by 2030 requires an additional $21 billion annually in agriculture and rural investment.
- G20 Impact: India's and Brazil's G20 presidencies focus on food security, bioeconomy, and supporting the African Union for global food systems transformation.
- Climate Resilience Investment: Building a bio-economy and investing in climate resilience can transform food systems, benefitting the global South.
Mains Question:
Q. Discuss the role of South-South collaboration in addressing food and nutritional security challenges in India and Africa. Analyze the impact of G20 leadership on global food systems transformation.
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