The visit underscores substantial investments in the country from the Governments of France and Germany and their ongoing partnership with the Government of Lao PDR and WFP, particularly focusing on women's empowerment amid deteriorating food security conditions.
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McCain takes up the vital role at a time when the unprecedented global food crisis is pushing millions of people deeper into hunger, with a particular impact on the lives of women and girls.
“Hunger puts more people- particularly women and children - at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse,” said McCain and stressed that "Seeking food or humanitarian assistance should never be a choice to sacr
Some of the challenges the Ambassador witnessed firsthand include the poor living conditions in the camps and continued restrictions on movement and job opportunities. The camps are highly susceptible to hazards like fires and climate shocks such as floods and cyclones, which deepen the population’s vulnerability each time they strike.
The analysis is intended to raise awareness of the potential to shape future outcomes in this complex multi-faceted and interrelated systems and argues that the World Food Programme (WFP) can play a major role as a direct stakeholder and enabler of partnerships in the region.
Thanks to a contribution of US$6 million from KOICA, WFP in Egypt will be implementing a two-year programme to help improve the livelihoods of about 450,000 refugee and host community members in Greater Cairo, Alexandria Damietta, and Matrouh.
The programme will develop the vocational skills of refugees and host community youth, focusing on marketable skills to help youth competitively seek emp
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