Global Food Insecurity and Geopolitical Pressures

This chapter examines the escalating issue of global food insecurity, sparked by the conflict in Ukraine and its severe impact on food production and fertilizer costs. The speakers analyze the historical progress in reducing famine and the repercussions of the Ukraine crisis on vulnerable populations worldwide. The discussion also touches on the broader geopolitical implications, the potential for rising interest rates, and the need for the U.S. to navigate its national interests amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis.