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What risks does the war on Iran pose to global food security?
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The Iran war has created risks to food security from higher energy costs and shipping restrictions. The world's fertiliser production has been badly hit due to attacks on Gulf chemical plants. Where is food supply most at risk and could there be a lasting impact?
In this episode:
- Mourad Wahba, Acting Executive Secretary, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia.
- Avinash Kishore, Senior Research Fellow, International Food Policy Research Institute, New Delhi,
- Steve Keen, Economist and Honorary Professor, University College London.
Host: Adrian Finighan
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