International food security expert and Secretary‑General of the National Alliance to Combat Hunger, Dr. Fadel ELZUBI, affirmed that His Majesty King Abdullah II possesses a proactive vision and close oversight in managing the strategic reserve, strengthening the Kingdom’s capacity to confront regional and global crises.
ELZUBI explained that the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report issued by FAO showed Jordan achieving four key food security indicators, while steadily advancing on the fifth indicator related to obesity — reflecting a positive trajectory compared with many countries.
He noted that the proportion of people unable to afford healthy food in the Arab region reached about 5.2% during 2024–2025, whereas in Jordan it stood at only 2.2%. This significant difference is attributed to the stability of the Jordanian dinar compared with currencies that weakened elsewhere, preserving citizens’ purchasing power.
Regarding the strategic reserve, ELZUBI highlighted that Jordan’s wheat stock exceeds 12 months, surpassing the global safe benchmark of six months. This demonstrates that the Kingdom does not merely manage risks but proactively builds its food and strategic security.
On food quality and health outcomes, he pointed out that malnutrition rates in Jordan are among the lowest worldwide: overweight prevalence among children under five is 2.3%, while stunting stands at 7.7% — indicators that reflect improved food security linked to health.
Jordan produces about 62% of its food needs domestically, achieving full self‑sufficiency (100%) in eggs, poultry, dairy, and vegetables, thereby enhancing the resilience of the national food system.
ELZUBI further stressed that 70–75% of food costs arise after the farm gate, tied to transport and energy, underscoring the importance of integrating food, energy, and logistics security to stabilize prices and strengthen sustainability.
He concluded by emphasizing that Jordan, under the leadership of His Majesty the King, is consolidating an advanced model in food security management — one built on strategic planning, balance between local production and strategic reserves, and market stability.