[I-Nation 2024] Addressing Food Agriculture, Malnutrition and Health Together by Prof. Dr. Jomo

I-Nation Global Summit 2024Addressing Food Agriculture, Malnutrition and Health Together by Prof. Dr. Jomo Kwame Sundaram, Research Advisor, Khazanah Research InstituteThis session aims to create a coordinated approach to address the intertwined challenges of food security, malnutrition, and public health. By bringing together multiple stakeholders, including the ministries of Agriculture, Health, Education, and Finance, alongside private sector representatives and NGOs, the session will focus on developing cross-sectoral policies that integrate food production, nutrition programs, and health services. The emphasis will be on leveraging data, technological innovations, and public-private partnerships to develop actionable plans that enhance food security, improve nutritional outcomes, and promote better health. The business takeaways are self-evident, albeit unconventional, offering unique insights into innovative approaches for these critical sectors.The expected outputs include comprehensive policy recommendations, action plans for interagency collaboration, and the identification of pilot projects that can bring about immediate impact. In the long term, these efforts aim to reduce malnutrition, improve public health indicators, and foster innovation in agriculture and health-tech sectors. Ultimately, the session seeks to establish a resilient food system that not only increases agricultural productivity but also ensures healthier communities, contributing to national economic growth and positioning the country as a leader in agri-health innovation.