Food Security Thematic Programme (FSTP) 2011-2013

This document contains the Thematic Strategy and Multiannual Indicative Programme (MIP) of the Food Security Thematic Programme (FSTP) for the period 2011-2013. Lessons learnt from the first phase of the Thematic Strategy (2007-2010) and the Communication "An EU policy framework to assist developing countries in addressing food security challenges" have prepared the ground for the second phase of the FSTP. This thematic instrument continues to complement the EU's commitment towards achieving the first Millennium Development Goal. It accompanies EU geographical instruments by addressing the global, continental and regional dimensions of food security and by ensuring transition from relief to development, as well as assisting countries in particularly fragile situations. In Africa, in particular, the FSTP will contribute to the implementation of the Joint Africa-EU Strategy. The objective of the revised FSTP strategy remains the same as FSTP 1. This objective is to be pursued during the period 2011-2013 through three strategic priorities:

• Research, technology transfer and innovation to enhance food security
• Strengthened governance approaches for food security
• Addressing food security for the poor and vulnerable in fragile situations.

European Commission - December 2010