In historic Samarkand, Uzbekistan, leading thinkers from around the globe convened for an international conference on food security to discuss a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future for the world's agrifood systems. The event was organized by the Government of Uzbekistan, with technical support of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Speakers and participants discussed the current state of global food security, identified key challenges and viable solutions, and evaluated progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 2 on ‘Zero Hunger.’

Amid mounting global challenges such as climate change, the conference aimed to outline a future where food systems are more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient through innovative and digital approaches. The Samarkand Declaration emphasizes the transformative potential of innovation and digitalization in enhancing food accessibility for vulnerable and rural populations.