Abstract: Libya in 2016 is far away from the vision Libyans had of their country after the revolutionary war in 2011. Due to the heavy legacy of the Qaddafi regime especially the fragile or non-existence institutions and distorted national identity the process of Post-Conflict Reconstruction faced numerous hurdles. Based on intensive field work that took place in Libya during February 2016, this research discusses such hurdles, the way they were handled, and proposes possible solutions and recommendations for the way forward.
Global food security remains at ever greater risk. This is true despite greater concerns and robust actions by world political leaders such as the G8 Summit and other stakeholders worldwide. Pro-active public policies and programs are needed for enhancing food security and ending world hunger and poverty. This book spans the globe presenting leading research in food security and economic implications. Topics discussed include: a systemic approach to food security in agrarian societies; impacts of climate change on agriculture and its implications for food security; impacts of climate change on artisanal fisheries; crop holidays–emerging issues of food security in India; the impacts of HIV/AIDS and household food security; affordable micro irrigation-based vegetable farming for income, employment and food security; informal sector employment and food security; adoption of wheat production technologies; and gender mainstreaming in food security and pro-poor programs. It offers synthesis, lessons, and policy implications for Africa and Asia. This book also provides an exciting agenda for future research and collaboration on the important issue of global food security over the coming years.
Global food security remains at ever greater risk. This is true despite greater concerns and robust actions by world political leaders such as the G8 Summit and other stakeholders worldwide.
