East & Southeast Asia

The year 2019 in East and Southeast Asia was marked by increasing uncertainty for the economy as a whole, and also for the development of inclusive and sustainable food systems. Although regional economic growth is expected to remain positive, the agricultural economies of the region face challenging prospects with the spread of African swine fever, weakening global demand for the region’s exports, broadened trade disputes, and the outbreak of coronavirus. Among the impacts on millions of residents, the livelihoods, food security, and nutritional status of vulnerable groups require particular attention.