INSIGHTFUL EXCHANGE: Unpacking Policies, Protecting The Future

  Critical Review of the National Food Security Policy 2018 – 2027 April 23 rd , 2025 Written By: Jonathan Kunai Introduction The Papua New Guinea Food Security Policy 2018-2027 is a strategic framework developed to address the long-standing issues of malnutrition and food insecurity that has affected the nation over the past decades, replacing the Papua New Guinea Food Security Policy (NFSP) 2000-2010. The policy emphasizes the importance of agriculture as vital for food, employment, and income for the majority of the population, particularly in rural areas. This review offers a mixed insight, recognizing its strengths in addressing food security while also highlighting areas that require improvement to effectively tackle emerging challenges of food security.   Summary The Papua New Guinea Food Security Policy 2018-2027 outlines several critical points essential for tackling issues for food security within the country. The policy aligns to the National Goals and...

By John Rina Jr.                                                                                                                        Introduction Papua New Guinea’s National Food Security Policy 2018–2027 focuses on establishing a framework to secure access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food for all citizens. Rooted in the nation’s commitment to the constitutions of human development, the policy highlights the ...