Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco, 24 October 2024
A High-Level Meeting on Food Insecurity in the Mediterranean to be held on October 24 in Rabat, ahead of the 12th CIHEAM Ministerial Meeting
The Hassan II Agronomic and Veterinary Institute in Rabat will host a high-level meeting on the theme "Mediterranean Food Insecurity: Supportive Approaches to Agriculture and Climate at National and Regional Scale" on October 24, 2024. This scientific event, organized by CIHEAM in conjunction with the 12th CIHEAM Ministerial Meeting scheduled for October 25, will bring together ministerial delegations, international experts, and young representatives from across the Mediterranean region. This event aims to present the challenges of agriculture and food in the Mediterranean while exploring innovative approaches and current solutions to support the resilience of agricultural and food systems.
A Rich Program of Exchanges and Discussions
The high-level meeting will be structured around three thematic panels:
- "Climate Resilience in Agriculture," will focus on mitigation and adaptation tools to address the impacts of climate change on natural resources and agricultural production in the Mediterranean
- "Fostering Innovation through Science and Technology" will explore the role of science, technology, and knowledge transfer in promoting innovation and strengthening the capacities of young people and women in Mediterranean food systems
- "Enhancing Food Sovereignty and Security" will address strategies for promoting food sovereignty in the Mediterranean basin and the challenges related to resilience and food security
A Constructive Dialogue to Prepare for the Future
In the context of multiple crises — climate, economic, and social — affecting rural and agricultural regions in the Mediterranean, this meeting aims to create a space for discussion on current critical issues and key levers to address them. It will result in the drafting of a detailed report by rapporteurs, primarily young individuals from research institutions and cooperation and development organizations, which will highlight emerging threats and opportunities for Mediterranean communities and serve as a guide for future regional actions.