Geopolitical tensions unchecked oftenturn into humanitarian crises. Discuss the role of 'World Food Programme' in containing poverty and hunger near battlegrounds.
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In recent times, world is faced by multiple geopolitical tensions.
Present geopolitical turbulence:
(a) Russia-Ukraine conflict
(b) Israel-Gaza war
(c) Long conflict in Africa due to poppy ware (D) (E) Niger.
(d) Cold war 2.0 between US & China
(e) Conflict in South Asia. (G) Myanmar
(f) Instability in Pakistan & Bangladesh
(G) Taliban takeover
Humanitarian crisis + WFP
Pakistan under its policy of giving 'thousand cuts' to India
Way ahead for India:
Role of World Food Programme:
WFP has the HQ at Rome (I.T.) -
(a) Relieves humanitarian aid & like food, water, medicine etc.
(b) Appeals for establishing humanitarian corridor to supply aid (E3) Corps war
(c) Built relief camps for the migrants with basic necessities (E3) Ukraine conflict
(d) Collects funds for humanitarian aid & allocates to affected populations.
Limitations:
WFP has an overarching attitude & cooperative with all parties in order to effectively aid the affected populations.
- Comprehensive listing of current geopolitical crises
- Connected geopolitical tensions to humanitarian impacts
- Specific examples from multiple regions
- Identified specific WFP mechanisms (relief camps, humanitarian corridors, fundraising)
- Acknowledged limitations (lack of funds, cooperation, capacity)
- Discussed cross-party cooperation approach
VIKAS
Humanitarian Crises and Geopolitical Tensions
Role of World Food Programme in Conflict Zones
WFP's Role in Containing Poverty and Hunger Near Battlegrounds
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