[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Pakistan’s hunger crisis continues to be a pressing concern as per the recently published Global Hunger Index (GHI), where the country holds the 99th position among 121 countries with sufficient data for the 2022 scores. With a score of 26.1, Pakistan faces a serious level of hunger, underscoring the severity of the situation.
The Global Hunger Index, co-published by Welthungerhilfe and Concern Worldwide annually, aims to raise awareness and understanding of the worldwide struggle against hunger. The latest report emphasizes how armed conflicts, climate change, and the COVID-19 pandemic are exacerbating each other’s impact, leading to a staggering number of people experiencing hunger, which reached 828 million individuals in 2021.
Notably, hunger remains most severe in Africa, especially South of the Sahara, and South Asia. South Asia stands out as the region with the highest hunger level, facing alarming child stunting and wasting rates compared to other regions globally.
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In light of Pakistan’s hunger crisis, urgent attention and effective interventions are required to address this critical issue. The Global Hunger Index serves as a call to action for national and international stakeholders to come together in combating hunger and ensuring access to food for vulnerable populations. Tackling the root causes of hunger and promoting sustainable development are crucial for creating a hunger-free future for Pakistan and the global community.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
