Food Security in the Arab World: An Analytical Overview (2016–2021)

Abstract

This paper addresses the concept of food security, which is considered one of the most vital mechanisms adopted by countries to reduce food dependency and its negative impact on economic activity. In this context, the study aims to explore the concept of food security, its pillars, and its key indicators, as well as to assess the state of Arab food security by analyzing its indicators for the period (2016–2021). Based on the descriptive-analytical method and available statistics, the study concludes that food security levels in the Arab world have yet to reach the desired standard. This calls for concerted efforts to achieve sustainable agricultural development and to establish the foundations of Arab food security.