Able Quote by Gordon Brown
“We must then build a proper relationship between the richest and the poorest countries based on our desire that they are able to fend for themselves with the investment that is necessary in their agriculture, so that Africa is not a net importer of food, but an exporter of food.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2005
Developing nations need investment in agriculture to become food exporters rather than importers, fostering self‑sufficiency.
In simple terms: Invest in agriculture for food independence.
Support sustainable farming to boost economies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- rural development programs
- micro‑finance
- technology transfer
- policy reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies best support smallholder farmers?
- How can trade be balanced fairly?
Infrastructure and market access are also essential.