China remains a significant

The historical tension between trade-based and self-sufficiency-based approaches to food security has shaped Asia’s policy landscape. China, with its dual identity as a middle-income country and major global player, exemplifies this tension. While its focus on food sovereignty has driven domestic investments in agricultural modernisation, China remains a significant importer of staples like soybeans and corn. Trade has historically played a crucial role in stabilising food supplies, particularly during crises. Advocates of trade-based approaches argue that protectionist measures can exacerbate food insecurity by distorting markets and reducing efficiency. But the 2008 global food crisis highlighted the risks of over-reliance on global markets, prompting many Asian nations to pursue food sovereignty. สล็อต เว็บตรง