Can MENA Turn Hunger into Growth? World Bank Sees 5 Million Agrifood Jobs by 2050
Published on: July 1, 2026, 3:40 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The World Bank says MENAAP can significantly improve food security and create 5 million agrifood jobs by 2050 through smarter policies, private investment, and better water management, despite rising climate and conflict pressures. The report urges governments and development partners to shift from costly subsidies toward innovation, resilient agrifood systems, efficient trade, and sustainable infrastructure to ensure long-term food security and economic growth.
