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Global Trade Policies Threaten Food Security in Developing Countries

European Journal of Business and Management
Food Security and International Trade in Agriculture: Short and Long Term Evidence from Low Income and Food-Deficit Countries (DCs)
Di He, Ingrid Epezagne, Prasad Siba Borah

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Food security in developing countries is affected by international trade in agriculture. Low-income countries have opened up trade, but developed countries still protect their agriculture, causing imbalances. Conflict, climate events, and economic slowdowns worsen food security. To improve, developing countries need better agricultural infrastructure and the ability to impose duties when needed.