Background Note on SDG 2 "Zero Hunger" (AFSD 2021)

In the region, progress on SDG 2 depends on structured and tailored investment in sustainable agriculture, the broader use of knowledge and technologies to increase agricultural productivity and resiliency, and an end to conflict.

This background note presents facts on the impact of COVID-19 on SDG 2 in the Arab region, the measures taken by Arab governments as well as the most at risk of being left behind, and introduces some policy recommendations for ensuring an inclusive recovery and achieving SDG 2 by 2030.

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