In a significant stride towards tackling global hunger, Guyana’s President Dr Irfaan Ali unveiled his latest book, Achieving Global Food Security: The Caribbean Experience and Beyond, at the prestigious Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford.
This launch, held on Saturday, aims to shed light on a pressing issue affecting millions worldwide.
The book comprehensively examines the root causes and challenges surrounding food security, both globally and specifically within the Caribbean context.
With the region grappling with soaring food and fertiliser prices, alongside labour displacement, Dr Ali’s work presents an innovative pathway to achieving freedom from hunger.
He advocates for harnessing the Caribbean’s unique comparative advantages and its potential for agricultural investment.
Published in partnership with World Scientific Publishing, this volume not only serves as a critical resource for scholars and professionals in the fields of food security, international development, and Caribbean studies but also aims to engage a broader audience.
A chapter dedicated to ongoing and future initiatives in Guyana invites locals to connect with the issues at hand.
At the book launch, renowned professor and UNESCO chair Amitav Acharya commended Dr Ali’s work, describing it as “a significantly necessary and timely contribution to one of the most pressing global issues.”
His endorsement highlights the book’s relevance and importance in today’s context.
For those interested in exploring this vital topic further, Achieving Global Food Security is available for purchase directly from the World Scientific Publishing website or on Amazon.
Dr Ali’s insightful contributions promise to inspire readers and encourage action towards sustainable solutions for food security in the Caribbean and beyond. [Extracted and modified from the Department of Public Information]
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