Events

13 May 2024, 13:00-14:30 CEST | OECD Development Centre and German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development | Virtual. This webinar offers a timely opportunity to reflect on efforts made by G20 countries and international organisations as well as the civil society to spur job creation for rural. Participants will discuss how to scale up effective approaches to support rural development policies and better respond to developing countries’ priorities.

24 April 2024, 14:00-15:30 CEST | Sheikh Zayed Centre, FAO headquarters, Rome, Italy | Hybrid. The Global Network Against Food Crises is hosting a high-level launch ceremony for their critical report, the Global Report on Food Crises 2024. This annual publication, compiled by the Food Security Information Network, unveils the latest statistics on acute hunger and malnutrition plaguing people in crisis-prone regions.

18-19 November 2024 | Rio de Janeiro | In-person. The G20 Summit marks the culmination of efforts undertaken by the country holding the group's rotating presidency. It's a moment for world leaders to endorse agreements negotiated throughout the year and chart a course for tackling global challenges. Leaders from all 19 member countries, along with the African Union and the European Union, are expected to attend.

9-11 December 2024 | Bangkok (Thailand) | Hybrid. The forum, co-organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives of the Royal Thai Government, marks the world’s first high-level action plan on halting and reversing soil degradation and water scarcity, both critical elements for ensuring food security and a healthier environment for all.

European Commission Joint Research Centre & University of Padua workshop on sustainable finance for economic prosperity, environmental preservation, and societal well-being.