Shehabuddin Kislu reports from New York that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina presented a set of five recommendations to achieve a hunger-free world at a seminar held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Hasina emphasized the need for more effective assistance from the UN in helping member countries deal with natural disasters such as floods and droughts. She also called for support in strengthening health and education services. Hasina expressed her full support for the food security proposal developed by the UN Task Force during the seminar hosted by UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon and US secretary of state Hillary Clinton. The prime minister's recommendations for food self-sufficiency include implementing coordinated operations, securing international funding, fulfilling financial commitments, and ensuring fair food distribution both nationally and globally. She also proposed initiating and managing food security initiatives with various organizations, including the private sector and civil society. The prime minister noted that Bangladesh achieved food self-sufficiency in 1996 under the Awami League government and aims to do the same again. She emphasized that ensuring food security for all is a top priority for her administration, despite challenges such as recurrent droughts, tidal surges, and tropical storms caused by climate change. She mentioned that the government is making efforts to guarantee food security by offering various subsidies. She also pointed out that Bangladesh has been recognized by the UN for achieving food self-sufficiency. In his opening speech, Ban highlighted the issue of hunger affecting a billion people worldwide, with food distribution being unequal. He emphasized the need to show support for food-insecure nations and communities by building on existing principles, creating a plan of action, and achieving concrete outcomes. The UN leader described the situation as very concerning and expressed optimism that the task force would effectively address the issue. Clinton viewed the UN meeting as a chance to collaborate and share ideas in combating a significant challenge, emphasizing that it impacts everyone. She mentioned the US commitment of at least $3.5 billion over three years to enhance global agriculture, guided by five principles that include tackling the root causes of hunger and enhancing coordination on multiple levels. She stressed the interconnectedness of global food security and peacekeeping efforts.