Funding Shortfalls Threaten Food Security for 55 Million in West and Central Africa in 2026
The UN World Food Programme warns that humanitarian aid cuts and escalating conflict are pushing millions in West and Central Africa into severe.
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Ramadan in the Middle East: Contrasting Realities of Supply Chains and Survival
Ramadan unfolds differently across the Middle East, with Gulf countries relying on complex logistics for supply, while families in Gaza adapt amidst scarcity.
- February 19, 2026
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Shura Council to Debate New Plant Genetic Resources Law to Enhance Food Security in Bahrain
Bahrain’s Shura Council is set to discuss a draft law focused on strengthening food security, protecting agricultural biodiversity, and promoting scientific research.
- February 19, 2026
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Shura Council Endorses Unified Gulf Law on Plant Genetic Resources
The Shura Council approved a draft law for a GCC-wide system to regulate and protect plant genetic resources, promoting fair benefit sharing and.
- February 19, 2026
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Bahrain Achieves Sixth Place in 2025 Arab Food Security Index
Bahrain ranks fourth in the Gulf and sixth in the Arab world on the 2025 Arab Food Security Index, highlighting its advancements in.
- February 7, 2026
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Bahrain to Become Global Hub with World’s First International Date Observatory
Bahrain has secured approval to host the world’s first International Date Observatory, establishing itself as a leading centre for date palm research, data.
- February 7, 2026
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US Aluminum Tariffs Spark Industry Concerns Over Supply Chains and Food Costs
New 50% tariffs on Canadian aluminum are raising alarms among industry groups about potential disruptions to North American manufacturing, increased inflation, and risks.
- November 29, 2025
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Saudi Arabia reaffirms safety efforts on World Food Day
RIYADH: The Kingdom marked World Food Day on Oct. 16 by the Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing reaffirming its commitment to enhancing.
- October 20, 2025
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Saudi prince to launch $5bn funds for GCC food security
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 earmarks $10 billion of public investment into domestic agriculture and the global food supply chain A Riyadh private equity.
- August 2, 2025
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The GCC imports 85% of its food – here’s how it is increasing food security through innovation
Despite being among the most food-secure countries globally, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries import up to 85% of their food. The 2022 Global Food.
- July 26, 2025