Iran war poses a significant threat to Asia’s food security

A group of farmers in India examines their wheat crop as rising prices and supply concerns related to the Iran conflict loom over their harvest.

Countries like India and Pakistan, which rely heavily on imports for their food supply, face rising prices and potential shortages. In September 2023, the price of wheat surged by over 15% in response to fears of supply disruptions stemming from the conflict. This trend is compounded by the fact that many Asian nations import grains … Read more