ASEAN Must Create Regional Food Security Mechanism, Says PM Anwar

Kuala Lumpur is urging its Southeast Asian neighbors to act decisively in establishing a regional food security mechanism. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the urgent need for such a system to buffer against global crises that threaten to disrupt food supplies and destabilize prices across the ASEAN region. The Prime Minister stressed that exploring a regional food reserve mechanism is crucial for ensuring swift coordination and effective emergency responses during times of crisis.

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ASEAN perlu segera mewujudkan mekanisme keterjaminan makanan serantau sebagai langkah menghadapi krisis global yang boleh menjejaskan bekalan makanan dan kestabilan harga di rantau ini.

This initiative comes at a critical juncture, as the ongoing energy crisis is already demonstrating a direct impact on food security, evidenced by escalating prices. The call to action from Malaysia underscores a growing concern within ASEAN about the vulnerability of its food supply chains to external shocks. The proposed mechanism aims to foster greater self-reliance and resilience among member states, ensuring that the region can better manage and mitigate the effects of global food insecurity.

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negara anggota ASEAN perlu meneroka mekanisme simpanan makanan serantau ketika krisis bagi memastikan penyelarasan serta tindak balas kecemasan dapat dilaksanakan lebih pantas.

From Malaysia's perspective, as articulated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, proactive regional cooperation is not merely a matter of economic prudence but a necessity for maintaining stability and well-being within the ASEAN community. The emphasis on a coordinated response mechanism reflects a commitment to collective security and a recognition that the challenges of food security transcend national borders.

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krisis tenaga ketika ini mula memberi kesan langsung terhadap keselamatan makanan apabila kenaikan harga…