Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
The primary purpose of the Guidelines is to promote investment in food, agriculture and forestry in the ASEAN region that contributes to regional economic development, food and nutrition security, food safety and equitable benefits, as well as the sustainable use of natural resources. Other objectives include:
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Investment in FAF is one of the most critical ways for ASEAN countries to provide employment and livelihoods, reduce poverty and improve food and nutrition security. However, there are a number of risks associated with private sector investment, particularly foreign investment.
When done badly, private sector investment can exacerbate existing inequalities, undermine the livelihoods of smallholder farmers,indigenous peoples, and natural resources.
But when done well, and integrated with the local economy, increased investment can help generate employment and promote economic development. All stakeholders have a role to play in ensuring positive outcomes, and each faces a unique yet interlocking set of risks and challenges.
Investment in FAF creates challenges for AMS in the following six key areas:
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
The primary purpose of the Guidelines is to promote investment in food, agriculture and forestry in the ASEAN region that contributes to regional economic development, food and nutrition security, food safety and equitable benefits, as well as the sustainable use of natural resources. Other objectives include:
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
The primary purpose of the Guidelines is to promote investment in food, agriculture and forestry in the ASEAN region that contributes to regional economic development, food and nutrition security, food safety and equitable benefits, as well as the sustainable use of natural resources. Other objectives include:
Why do we need guidelines specific to ASEAN?
Guideline 3
Contribute to equality, engagement and empowerment for women, young people, indigenous peoples and marginalized groups by:
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Supporting equitable access to opportunities and protecting human rights
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Acknowledging the importance of women and young people’s contribution to the FAF sector
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Recognizing the central role of FAF in promoting inclusive business models to ensure access to employment and entrepreneurship
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Increasing access to land, resources, services, education, markets and information
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Addressing increased vulnerability to impacts of natural disasters and climate change
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Ensuring meaningful participation in decision-making, leadership and partnerships
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Improving women’s access to education, legal redress and right to organize
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Providing gender-sensitive extension services to smallholders and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
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Recognizing women’s key role in family and community food security
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Facilitating partnerships and networks among civil society organizations, farmers’ groups, indigenous peoples’ groups and women cooperatives
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Ensuring young people’s access to resources, markets opportunities
To achieve this, consider: