Role of FAO in Addressing Food Security Challenges in North African States

Abstract

The article analyzes FAO’s efforts to assist North African countries in overcoming current famine conditions and addressing broader threats to their food security. Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Sudan, and Tunisia face significant challenges in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, primarily due to rapid population growth, climate-related impacts, and acute underinvestment in agriculture. Special attention is given to FAO’s role in promoting sustainable water and land resource management in the region. The study utilizes quantitative data from official FAO statistics and discourse analysis. FAO’s initiatives include both medium- and long-term programs (such as water resource assessments, promoting water reuse, sustainable agricultural land management, and developing agricultural cooperatives) and immediate response measures (including financial assistance to agriculture, emergency grain purchases during lean periods, and seed provision). Nevertheless, considering the escalating and global nature of food security threats, international community efforts alone cannot fully resolve these challenges. To enhance Russia’s political influence in the region, it is essential to leverage FAO’s expertise and establish comprehensive, long-term partnerships for maximum impact.