Day 2 - 26 May 2026 - HL Special Session - Food Security & Nutrition under Pressure - ENG

Day 2 - 26 May 2026 - HL Special Session - Food Security & Nutrition under Pressure - ENG

#RomeNutritionWeek2026 | Day 2 - 26 May 2026 - HIGH-LEVEL SPECIAL SESSION - Food Security & Nutrition under Pressure: Consequences of the Middle East Conflict (ENG) This high-level special session of Rome Nutrition Week 2026, led by Permanent Representation of Spain to the UN in Rome and with the presence of H.E. H.E. Mr. Pedro Sánchez, President of the Government of Spain, will examine the impacts of the Middle East conflict on food security and nutrition, with a focus on rising humanitarian needs, disrupted food systems, and growing vulnerabilities across the region. Bringing together senior global leaders, the event will highlight the urgent need for coordinated international action to protect livelihoods, ensure access to nutritious food, and strengthen resilience in times of crisis. Featuring: - H.E. Pedro Sánchez - President of the Government of Spain - QU Dongyu - Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - Álvaro Lario - President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development - Cindy McCain - Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme Organizers: Permanent Representation of Spain to the UN Agencies in Rome More Information: Rome Nutrition Week 2026: https://www.unnutrition.org/rome-nutrition-week-2026 Session page: https://www.unnutrition.org/rome-nutrition-week-2026/high-level-special-session-food-security-nutrition-under-pressure