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<p>Addressing the ongoing global food security crisis and delivering sustainable food
security for countries struggling with hunger and malnutrition is a priority for His
Majesty’s Government. In 2022 the UK was one of the top 6 countries donors to the
World Food Programme (over $400 million). Between 2016 and 2021, the UK spent £2.6
billion on longer-term food and agriculture programmes.</p><p>We are aware of recent
reports that have suggested that the fishmeal industry based in Mauritania which supplies,
among others, the Norwegian aquaculture sector is contributing to loss of livelihoods
and malnutrition in West African nations. Assessments on the impact of supply chains
to the Norwegian aquaculture sector are the responsibility of the Norwegian government.</p><p>The
UK works directly to support food security and sustainable Ocean Management in West
African countries affected by declining fish stocks. For example, as part of the £500
million Blue Planet Fund, the UK formalised a bilateral Ocean Country Partnership
with Senegal in 2023. This partnership aims at reducing marine pollution, preserving
marine biodiversity as well as helping fishing to be more sustainable.</p>
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