David Beasley

David Beasley, former governor of South Carolina and ex-executive director of the World Food Programme, dives deep into U.S. global leadership. He shares his experiences negotiating in conflict zones for humanitarian aid and the importance of combining aid with development. Beasley emphasizes the need for private sector solutions to poverty, advocates for bipartisan cooperation, and highlights strategic engagement with Africa and the need for a unified response to China. His insights are both practical and forward-thinking, making for an enlightening discussion.

David Beasley, former Executive Director of the World Food Programme and U.S. politician, discusses the challenges in getting food to hungry people. They talk about the impact of conflicts, like the war in Ukraine, on food supply and the catastrophic effects of the suspension of the Black Sea grain deal. David emphasizes the need for governments and large corporations to take action to stop world hunger, highlighting the role of the private sector in global food security.