Sustainable Development Goal 2 focuses on ending hunger and creating a hunger-free world by 2030. However, the situation remains serious. In 2020, around 720 million to 811 million people were suffering from hunger worldwide, which was nearly 161 million more than in 2019. At the same time, about 2.4 billion people—over 30% of the global population—did not have regular access to enough food. This number increased rapidly within just one year. Children are also deeply affected, with millions under the age of five facing growth problems due to lack of proper nutrition.

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, hunger and food insecurity were slowly increasing across the world. The pandemic made the situation worse by affecting jobs, income, and food availability. It especially impacted children and increased cases of malnutrition. In addition, global conflicts like the Ukraine war have disrupted food supply chains, leading to a major food crisis worldwide. These challenges highlight the urgent need for action to ensure that everyone has access to safe and nutritious food.