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Despite growing prosperity, hunger and malnutrition persist in Asia and the Pacific. Half of the world's 600 million hungry people live in the region.
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Climate-related disasters and water stress are having severe adverse impacts on food production and supply across Asia and the Pacific.
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Ensuring stable and affordable food supplies is central to keeping millions out of extreme poverty.
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Undernourished people in developing Asia
Although hunger is declining, at least 310 million people in developing Asia still lack adequate food.
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Agricultural losses from climate-related disasters
Climate related disasters have had a severe impact on agriculture in Asia.
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Regional food prices, by subregion
Regional food prices have risen steeply, mainly due to the COVID-19 pandemic.