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How AI is tackling food security, disaster response and other global challenges
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How AI is tackling food security, disaster response and other global challenges

AI for Good is more than a buzzword—it's a powerful tool tackling global challenges like food security, disaster response, and water conservation. Microsoft’s Brad Smith highlights real-world examples, such as using AI to analyze water data in Kenya, offering actionable solutions for governments and communities. Through collaborations with universities and NGOs, AI is driving progress on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, turning technology into a force for societal improvement.

COP28: Why farmers need to be front and center in climate talks
Climate

COP28: Why farmers need to be front and center in climate talks

Agriculture is the foundation of human civilization, the economic activity that makes every other endeavor possible. But historically, says International Fertilizer Association Director General Alzbeta Klein — at a GZERO Live event organized by Sustainability Leaders Council, a partnership between Eurasia Group, GZERO Media, and Suntory — the subject hasn't received attention in climate talks.

Water is food, so use solutions to conserve water, says expert Alzbeta Klein
Climate

Water is food, so use solutions to conserve water, says expert Alzbeta Klein

Without water, there's no food. However, according to agriculture expert Alzbeta Klein — at a GZERO Live event organized by Sustainability Leaders Council, a partnership between Eurasia Group, GZERO Media, and Suntory — there's a growing need to be economical to move closer to averting the water crisis.

Use new data to fight climate change & other challenges: UN tech envoy
Crisis Recovery

Use new data to fight climate change & other challenges: UN tech envoy

Artificial intelligence has brought with it new methods of both collecting and analyzing data. The UN’s special envoy on technology, Amandeep Singh Gill, highlights the importance of developing robust data sets to address critical issues facing the world, such as global food insecurity.

US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield | GZERO World with Ian Bremmer - the podcast - logo graphic
GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast

Podcast: UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on Russia, human rights, & the Security Council presidency

Listen: On August 1, the United States will take over the presidency of the United Nations security council. But how effective can the Security Council be at dealing with the world’s most urgent crises when two US geopolitical adversaries, Russia and China, are permanent, veto-wielding members? The GZERO World Podcast heads to the Security Council chamber at the UN headquarters in New York City for a special conversation with US UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield.

Russia's exit from Black Sea grain deal will drive up food prices
GZERO Europe

Russia's exit from Black Sea grain deal will drive up food prices

What are the consequences of Russia exiting the Black Sea grain deal? How is the Ukrainian counteroffensive going? Carl Bildt, former prime minister of Sweden, shares his perspective on European politics.

The flags of Ukraine and Russia surrounded by ears of grain and label with crossed-out inscription "Deal."
News

Hungry countries vs. Russia

Kenya resents Russia’s decision to exit the Black Sea grain deal.

A Turkish cargo shop loaded with Ukrainian agricultural products leaves the Port of Odessa.
News

The limits of Russia’s grain weapon

This time, the effect of the Ukraine grain deal suspension will likely be more limited than worst-case scenarios suggest.

A vendor arranges onions for sale at a market in Lagos, Nigeria.
Viewpoint

Why food prices remain high

Thanks to the war in Ukraine and the pandemic before it, food inflation remains sky-high throughout much of the world. With the Black Sea grain deal set to expire on March 18, we take a look at global food security in 2023 with Eurasia Group expert Peter Ceretti.

India's G-20 agenda overshadowed by Ukraine war
GZERO Europe

India's G-20 agenda overshadowed by Ukraine war

What was the outcome of the foreign ministers meeting of the G-20 countries here the other day? Is the Brexit story over? Carl Bildt, former prime minister of Sweden, shares his perspective on European politics from Delhi, India.