The Impact of Regional Conflicts (Iran-US, Israel, and Pakistan-Afghanistan) on Uzbekistan's Food Security
Keywords:
food security, regional conflicts, wheat importsAbstract
This article investigates the impacts of armed conflicts in the Middle East and South Asia—specifically the Iran-US, Israel-Gaza, and PakistanAfghanistan conflicts—on the food security of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The study analyzes data from the FAO, the World Bank, and the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan spanning the period from 2020 to 2025. The findings indicate that these conflicts are exacerbating food price inflation (which stood at 12.4% in 2024). Furthermore, the study identifies that transportation costs are rising due to oil price volatility, further compounding vulnerabilities associated with the country's reliance on wheat imports (approximately 15–20%). In conclusion, it is imperative for Uzbekistan to strengthen its strategic food reserves, diversify its import sources, and increase investments in the domestic agricultural sector.
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