Egypt minister links food security to global peace at G7 meeting
Badr Abdelatty warned that conflicts and climate change are driving up food prices, impacting developing nations.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated that food security is a fundamental pillar of international peace and stability. He warned that conflicts, geopolitical tensions, climate change, and supply chain disruptions are increasing food prices and pressuring developing countries. Abdelatty spoke on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at a G7 ministerial meeting session in Paris focused on Middle East stability.
The minister outlined Egypt’s efforts to bolster food security through increased agricultural production, diversified import sources, and improved storage and distribution. He stressed that political solutions and dialogue are essential for resolving regional disputes, citing the dire situations in the West Bank and Gaza. Abdelatty rejected using food as a political weapon and called for protecting civilians and ensuring humanitarian aid access.
Abdelatty highlighted Egypt's upcoming hosting of UNCCD COP18 in 2028 as an opportunity to address drought and promote the water-food nexus. He also emphasized the need for climate adaptation financing for developing nations without increasing their debt. The foreign minister noted that worsening food security challenges in Africa and the Arab region are exacerbated by conflicts, displacement, and water scarcity.
Why it mattersEgyptian citizens and businesses are affected by global food price fluctuations and the country's efforts to secure stable food supplies.