Ukraine is set to broaden its Grain From Ukraine humanitarian program, aiming to bolster food supplies to Africa, the Caribbean, and other regions, announced Andriy Yermak, head of the President’s Office.
Launched in the fall of 2022, this initiative has already delivered over 220,000 tons of agricultural products to ten countries in Africa and Asia, aiding food security for approximately 8 million people. Yermak detailed that these shipments included 195,000 tons of wheat, 22,200 tons of wheat flour, and 4,100 tons of cracked nuts.
In early 2024, Ukrainian food supplies reached Sudan, Nigeria, Mauritania, Djibouti, Mozambique, and the Congo, with further shipments currently headed to Malawi and other nations. Discussions are ongoing for potential deliveries to Haiti, Chad, Cameroon, Tanzania, and additional countries.
Ukrainian diplomats are actively promoting the program on the global stage through various diplomatic initiatives and projects, including the Together We Rise campaign in Nairobi.
Ukraine, a leading global agricultural producer, has historically been a significant supplier of grain and other food products to countries in Africa and Asia. Prior to the full-scale invasion by Russia, Ukraine was the world’s fifth-largest wheat exporter.
The conflict and Russia’s attempted blockade of the Black Sea have compelled Ukrainian exporters to find alternative routes and markets. This shift has led to some friction between Ukrainian and European producers as they navigate the changing landscape.
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