Food and Security

How much should the West worry about the growing food crisis? Is this a security issue? And what effect will it have on security operations around the globe? The May 2008 edition of NATO Review looks into these issues.

Feature include:

Photostory - food & security
This photostory looks at the troubles caused by the food crisis, where has been affected, the role of water and fuel, and possible food-related future security issues.

A hungry man is an angry man
A top international food expert outlines how international organisations can respond to the food crisis in the short and long term, and describes the challenges and opportunities the situation presents.

Food and security - Q&A
What are the links between food prices and increased unrest or political instability? NATO Review provides an 'at-a-glance' guide to some of the answers.

What does the food crisis mean in Afghanistan?
How does the food crisis impact on NATO's operations? Background information and an interview with UNAMA provide an insight into Afghanistan's plight.

The "Energy-Food" nexus and how to tackle it
David Victor or the Council of Foreign Relations explains why the energy crisis occurred, how it links to food issues, and what is required of governments.

Video Interview
Professors Alpas and Ciracoglu of a NATO SPS pilot study discuss food as a security issue, what NATO projects are doing, and their predictions for the future.