An interview with the Co-Chairs of the new GDPRD Thematic Working Group on Sustainable and Blended Finance for Food Systems, Tuleen Alkhoffash of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Songbae Lee of the USAID Bureau for Resilience and Food Security.

Federica de Gaetano, GDPRD's new Co-Chair, and Francesco Rampa discuss the growing momentum around sustainable food systems. As the world grapples with climate change, food insecurity and economic challenges, a holistic approach to rural development becomes increasingly urgent. Italy's G7 Presidency in 2024 sets the stage for critical dialogue and initiatives on these issues.

Ji-Yeun Rim is a Senior Policy Analyst at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). She also co-chairs the Donor Platform’s Thematic Working Group on Rural Youth Employment.  She shares her aspirations for the working group and how it plays a part in making development happen.