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Healthy diet too expensive for one in three people globally, UN report finds

A new UN report reveals that healthy diets remain unaffordable for one-third of the global population despite an overall decline in hunger.

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The brief

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026 report indicates that global hunger levels have eased for the third consecutive year. However, hunger remains more prevalent than pre-COVID levels, with Africa now surpassing Asia in the number of people experiencing food insecurity.

Coverage from outlets including Reuters, The Guardian, and Bloomberg highlights that healthy food remains inaccessible to one in three people. Reporting from Politico and others notes that current EU farming support policies contribute to the elevated costs of healthy diets, while climate events like El Niño and ongoing conflicts continue to impact food security.

Future reports and assessments will track the influence of energy and fertilizer shocks, specifically concerning the conflict involving Iran. Analysis warns that a worst-case scenario could increase chronic hunger for nearly 19 million people by 2030.

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Quick answers

What is the current status of global hunger?

Hunger has declined for the third consecutive year, though levels remain higher than those recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Which region has the highest population facing hunger?

According to the UN, Africa has surpassed Asia as the region with the highest population facing hunger.

What risks are identified in the report?

Climate events like El Niño, conflicts, energy and fertilizer shocks, and specific agricultural trade policies are cited as ongoing risks to progress.

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UN Africa Asia Food Security El Niño EU

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