Archive for December 12th, 2023

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12/12/2023

‘Acute Hunger’ Set to Soar Globally

Human Wrongs Watch

Rome, 11 December 2023 (FAO)* — In 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is seeking a total of $1.8 billion within the Humanitarian Response Plans to assist 43 million people to produce their own food, as acute hunger continues to escalate worldwide.

The ongoing war in Sudan has worsened already dire food insecurity in the country.
© FAO/Eilaf Abdelbasit | The ongoing war in Sudan has worsened already dire food insecurity in the country.
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The announcement by FAO was made as part of the United Nations’ large-scale humanitarian appeal, which was launched today on behalf of more than 1,900 humanitarian partners and covers 72 countries impacted by crises, both directly and indirectly.

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12/12/2023

COP28: ‘Stop Wars and Step Up ‘Measly’ Contributions’ to Climate Finance—Jeffrey D. Sachs

Human Wrongs Watch

By Joyce Chimbi

DUBAI, Dec 12 2023 (IPS)* – The United State’s contribution to the Loss and Damage Fund equals nine minutes of Pentagon spending, says Jeffrey D. Sachs, a world-renowned economist, bestselling author, innovative educator, and global leader in sustainable development.
Jeffrey D. Sachs speaks at the ReWired Summit at COP28. Credit: X

Jeffrey D. Sachs speaks at the ReWired Summit at COP28. Credit: X

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