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The Qobayat Field Office is one of three WFP field offices in Lebanon that supports the delivery of food and basic assistance to the most vulnerable Lebanese and refugees. With 36 staff (15 women and 21 men), the Qobayat Field Office monitors the implementation of activities and reaches out to support beneficiaries.

The Beirut Field Office is one of three WFP field offices in Lebanon that supports the delivery of food and basic assistance to the most vulnerable Lebanese and refugees. With 25 staff (9 women and 15 men), the Beirut Field Office monitors the implementation of activities and reaches out to support beneficiaries.

The mission included a visit to Baidoa in the Southwest region of Somalia, one of the worst drought-affected areas in 2022. “During my time in Baidoa, I met families who had to leave their homes due to conflict and extreme climate shocks. Families are stuck in a cycle of climate disasters, displacement, and a lack of nutritious food and education,” said Skau.

The devaluation of the Turkish Lira against the US$ and the increase in energy prices put additional pressure on the already high inflation rates as Türkiye relies on imported energy, primarily from Russia. As of March 2022, the inflation rate reached 61 percent whereas the food inflation is 70 percent.

The monthly market dashboard presents price trends for staple commodities and cash crops most consumed by Palestinians. In this two-month update, special attention will be given to the impact of the Ukraine crisis on the Palestinian and global economy.

The Food Security Bulletin is part of the national information and early warning system which provides up to date contextual information on the state of food and nutrition security in Timor-Leste. WFP provides technical support in the analysis through the Inter-Ministerial Council for Food Security, Food Sovereignty and Nutrition (KONSSANTIL).