Russia through President Vladimir Putin has pledged to help solve the global food shortage, which has been exacerbated by the war in Ukraine. In a statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia is one of the world’s top grain producers and has been the leading wheat exporter since 2016. He said that Russia will work to ensure global food security by helping countries that are suffering from food shortages.
Putin specifically mentioned Africa, which has been particularly hard hit by the food shortage. The war in Ukraine has disrupted global food markets, and the resulting price increases have made it difficult for many African countries to afford food. Putin said that Russia will work to increase food exports to Africa and help to stabilize food prices.
The announcement from Russia is a welcome development for many African countries. The food shortage has been a major problem for the continent, and Russia’s help could be crucial in alleviating the crisis. However, it is important to note that Russia’s ability to fulfill its promises will depend on a number of factors, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and the global economic situation.
Despite these challenges, Putin’s announcement is a positive sign for Africa. It shows that Russia is willing to help address the food shortage, and it could pave the way for increased cooperation between Russia and Africa in the future.
President #Putin: Russia has been a top five #grain exporter for ten years now. We have been the largest supplier of wheat to the global market since 2016
We will be proactive in ensuring global food security & helping countries, incl in #Africa, suffering from food shortages pic.twitter.com/eDklCxhgVQ
— Russian Embassy in Kenya/Посольство России в Кении (@russembkenya) June 17, 2023
