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Singapore pledges $107m to boost food technology amid import dependence
Singapore is investing heavily in food technology research as the city-state grapples with its reliance on imports for over 90% of its food supply. Officials say diversifying supply sources and building resilient systems are critical to protecting the nation from global disruptions.
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Singapore has committed $107 million to food technology research as part of broader efforts to strengthen its food security amid heavy dependence on overseas sources. The island nation imports more than 90% of its food, making it vulnerable to global supply chain disruptions and market volatility.
Grace Fu, Singapore's minister responsible for food security, has emphasized that increasing domestic production alone would be insufficient to insulate the country from external shocks. Instead, a multi-pronged approach is needed to ensure the nation's long-term food resilience.
The government's strategy focuses on three key pillars: diversifying food supply sources to reduce concentration risk, building more resilient supply systems that can withstand disruptions, and strengthening Singapore's capacity to respond rapidly to unexpected events or crises.
The substantial investment in food technology underscores Singapore's commitment to developing innovative solutions for food production and supply chain management. By combining technological advancement with strategic supply diversification, the government aims to reduce vulnerabilities in its food system while maintaining its position as a regional economic hub.
Photo: Singapore minister Grace Fu at an EU-Singapore Free Trade Agreement trade committee meeting in Brussels, July 2024. Lukasz Kobus / European Union via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0).