The document presents a synopsis of the regional drivers of change and of the regional development context in which FAO will provide future support to countries. The trends and drivers of change were identified through a regional strategic review conducted in 2015, which helped to identify major FAO areas of action in the Europe and Central Asia Region.

The document provides an overview of the economic, social and environmental aspects of the

region, taking into account the heterogeneity of the Europe and Central Asia Region, and a list of the main drivers of change, which will likely influence the medium-term prospects for the region. Important drivers and challenges for the agricultural sector are linked to rural livelihoods, farm structures, sustainable food production and food systems, agricultural trade and the food insecurity situation and nutrition in countries of the region.