The Role of Science Dıplomacy in Achieving SDG2: Zero Hunger

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are designed to address the major challenges facing societies. They outline a comprehensive framework for possible solutions to these challenges. SDG 2 aims to achieve global food security, improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture with the goal of “Zero Hunger”. Science diplomacy plays an important role at critical points in the implementation of SDG 2. The most fundamental step in developing effective solution strategies is to understand the problem from all its aspects with a scientific approach. This goal can be achieved through the two-way interaction of the evidence and power of science and the communication and mutually beneficial potential of diplomacy. The use of science diplomacy to promote cooperation in various fields contributes to the dissemination of international research projects, research and development, technological advances and progress towards SDG 2. The importance of global policies to address food system challenges is emphasized. Policies and initiatives targeting food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture and ending hunger are supported by science diplomacy principles that encourage investments and international cooperation in these areas. Through science diplomacy, scientific knowledge is shared more internationally and best practices and models can be disseminated between countries. Science can also contribute to improving diplomatic relations by building international bridges to achieve a common and correct goal. Science diplomacy can be effective in creating a moderate response to some diplomatic crises, such as wars, and can also contribute to solutions in situations such as economic crises and epidemics. Using science as a tool has the potential to preserve progress towards SDG 2 and prevent regression. Scientific evidence-based policies aimed at achieving SDG 2 should be guided by lifting trade embargoes between countries and increasing the efficiency of global food markets. Such an approach helps secure food supplies for societies. It supports the common goal of ending hunger. Countries are expected to engage in and support science diplomacy to achieve SDG 2 and end hunger. Furthermore, it is imperative to increase cooperation to harness the potential power of science diplomacy to achieve the global goal of “SDG 2: Zero Hunger.”