Food security is having access to safe and nutritious food. Without it, families are forced to flee, tensions grow, and insecurity spreads. Over 343 million people globally are food insecure, and tens of millions are at risk of extreme hunger. | World Food Programme

In 2025, the link between food insecurity and national security has never been clearer. Shortages and unstable food systems trigger social unrest, mass migration, and conflict, directly threatening national stability. Climate change, supply chain breakdowns, and geopolitical rivalries are intensifying global food crises. In response, governments are integrating food security into national defense strategies — building resilient agriculture, diversified supply chains, and strategic reserves to re