The link between food security, sovereignty and resilience in the face of crises is now widely established. Recent crises – the Covid-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions linked to the war in Ukraine and in the Middle East – as well as the growing effects of climate change, highlight the vulnerability of global food systems and the persistent paradox of hunger in a context of global abundance of production.
Morocco, located at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and the Arab world, is a prime example of how public policies and agricultural strategies can strengthen food resilience in the face of climatic and structural challenges. For several years, the country has been transforming its agricultural and resource management systems, particularly water resources, accompanied by measures to support small farms, promote innovation and training, and strengthen environmental sustainability. These efforts enable Morocco to ensure stable and reliable food production, support sustainable agricultural incomes for small farmers, and strengthen its food sovereignty in the face of climatic and economic challenges.
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe should prepare a report in order to highlight Morocco's experience, promote the sharing of good practices in the Euro-Mediterranean basin and beyond, and reiterate its central role in strengthening sustainable, resilient and human rights-friendly food systems.