Shehabuddin Kislu reports from New York that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina presented a five-point plan to achieve a hunger-free world at a seminar on food security at the United Nations Headquarters. Hasina emphasized the need for more effective assistance from the UN in dealing with natural disasters and improving health and education services in member countries. She expressed support for the food security proposal developed by the UN Task Force. The recommendations made by the prime minister for achieving food self-sufficiency include implementing integrated planning, securing multinational funds, fulfilling financial commitments, and promoting fair food distribution domestically and internationally. She also proposed initiating food security activities involving various organizations, including the private sector and civil society. The prime minister noted that Bangladesh had achieved food self-sufficiency in 1996 under the Awami League government, and she aims to maintain the same goal during her administration. Ensuring food security for all is a top priority for her government, despite challenges such as recurring droughts, tidal surges, and tropical storms linked to climate change. She mentioned that the government is making efforts to guarantee food security by offering various subsidies. Bangladesh has received recognition from the UN for achieving self-sufficiency in food production. In his opening speech, Ban highlighted the issue of hunger affecting a billion people worldwide and the unequal distribution of food globally. He emphasized the importance of showing solidarity with food-insecure nations and working together to create a plan of action for tangible outcomes. The United Nations Secretary-General described the situation as extremely regrettable and hoped that the task force would effectively tackle the issue. Clinton viewed the UN meeting as an opportunity to share ideas and collaborate in addressing a significant challenge, emphasizing that this problem impacts everyone. She highlighted the US's commitment to providing at least $3.5 billion over three years to enhance global agriculture, guided by principles including addressing the root causes of hunger and improving coordination across different levels. Clinton stressed the interconnectedness of global food security and peacekeeping efforts.