ASM Podcast 38: Addressing the Complexities of Global Hunger

Commemorate World Hunger Day with an insightful discussion featuring Mr Kommate Jitvanishphaibool, Deputy Director of Thailand’s Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Center for Technology Foresight (APEC CTF).

Embark on a journey delving into the profound complexities of hunger, a global issue that affects millions worldwide. Understand how innovative foresight approaches can combat these critical issues.

According to Mr Kommate, policymakers must embed foresight as a discipline and train others in foresight tools to address future food security challenges. Collaborative efforts across sectors, underpinned by strategic research, are essential to developing comprehensive policy frameworks tailored to each country.

Additionally, he noted that politics and diplomacy play a key role in gaining buy-in from top leaders. Economic focus often overshadows environmental and social concerns, exacerbating global problems like climate change. He cited weaponising food in conflicts as a cause of supply chain disruption, as seen in the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

On a brighter note, Dr Kommate presented examples from Laos and Singapore to illustrate successful strategies to improve nutrition, diversify food sources, and promote sustainable agriculture amidst shifting global trends.

Listen to the whole article on the official ASM Podcast page.