Core Insights - The global population facing hunger decreased by 15 million in 2024 compared to the previous year, indicating an overall improvement in hunger conditions, yet challenges remain in achieving the "zero hunger" goal [1][2] Group 1: Global Hunger Statistics - In 2024, approximately 8.2% of the global population is in a state of hunger, down from 8.5% in 2023 and 8.7% in 2022, translating to about 673 million people suffering from hunger [1] - The decline in hunger numbers is primarily driven by improvements in Southeast Asia, South Asia, and South America [1] Group 2: Regional Challenges - Despite the global improvement, regions such as Africa and parts of West Asia continue to experience worsening food insecurity, particularly in countries facing prolonged food crises [1] Group 3: Economic Factors - Since the end of 2020, rising food prices have become a critical challenge for all income groups, exacerbating food insecurity and malnutrition risks, especially among low-income countries and vulnerable populations [2] - The cost of healthy diets in low-income countries has increased significantly, with the number of people unable to afford healthy food rising from 464 million in 2019 to 545 million in 2024 [2] Group 4: Ongoing Issues - Despite slight improvements in global hunger, issues such as unequal access to food, malnutrition, and children's dietary health remain prevalent, necessitating continued international investment and structural reforms [2]
联合国报告:全球饥饿人数下降 但实现“零饥饿”目标仍面临严峻挑战
Xin Hua She·2025-07-29 00:40