President Samia Suluhu Hassan in the U.S. to Discuss Global Food Security and Engage with Government and Private Sector Leaders in Agriculture

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has left for Des Moines, Iowa, USA on October 29, 2024, to participate in the Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue organized by the World Food Prize Foundation.

The Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue is an annual event that brings together leaders, experts, dignitaries, and policymakers, particularly in agriculture, nutrition, and resource management.

The discussions aim to address global food security challenges, particularly those exacerbated by climate change.

President Dr. Samia is among four African Presidents honored to contribute to this year’s dialogue, themed “Seeds of Opportunity: Bridging Generations and Cultivating Diplomacy.” Other participating leaders hail from Sierra Leone, Madagascar, and Nigeria.

In addition to the dialogue, President Dr. Samia will attend the 2024 World Food Prize award ceremony, recognizing significant contributions to the agricultural sector, in memory of the late Dr. Norman E. Borlaug, a global advocate for food security.

Alongside her participation in these discussions, President Dr. Samia will engage in roundtable discussions with U.S. government and private sector leaders, particularly in agriculture, to discuss investment opportunities and enhancing value chains in agriculture—an essential sector for economic growth and poverty reduction in Tanzania.

The Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue

The Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue is named after the Nobel laureate Dr. Norman E. Borlaug, known as the “father of the Green Revolution.”

The event fosters collaboration and innovation to address food security issues worldwide, drawing attention to the critical role of agriculture in achieving sustainable development.

Each year, it convenes a diverse group of stakeholders to share knowledge and promote actionable solutions to global hunger and nutrition challenges.