By Arkangel Tembo, New York, USA

New York, September 21, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has reaffirmed his commitment to improve food security in Malawi through various interventions including infrastructure development and utilizing skills of various Universities.

President Chakwera made the remarks on the sideline meeting of the 79th United General Assembly (UNGA) at Columbia University on Saturday during the World Leaders Forum which tackled issues of global challenges and cultural perspective.

He noted that Universities are key in supporting government through their research to achieve food security.

Chakwera said, "The issue of food security remains a great challenge to many African countries hence the need for collaboration with various stakeholders. The government of Malawi is doing everything possible to improve food security through irrigation and establishment of Mega farms among others.

The President stressed that through efforts made by his administration, food production will be improving and turn more Malawians into commercial farmers through the introduction of Mega farms.

In addition, President Chakwera revealed that during his tenure of office, he has been declaring Malawi a state of disaster because of climate change effects.

The Malawi leader who is attending UNGA alongside other world leaders and various international organizations said his government has made strides to initiate the Shire Valley Transformation Programme to boost farming production by not relying on rain-fed Agriculture.

 In his remarks, Ambassador Ertharin Cousin founder of Food Systems for the Future commended Malawi for its efforts in dealing with food security.

The Columbia University World Leaders Forum is an incredible event that brings together global leaders, policymakers, and thinkers to discuss pressing issues facing nations and the world.

Since its inception, the forum has welcomed over 300 heads of state and governments and international World leaders from 85 countries, making it a premier platform for learning, discussion, and debate.

Also in attendance were the Prime Minister of Haiti, Garry Conille and Ambassador Ertharin Cousin founder of the Food Systems and former World Food Programme Chief Executive Officer.