CCTV News: According to data released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations on the 3rd, global food prices rose sharply in November, setting a record high in six years.

According to the "Global Food Price Index" compiled by FAO, the index reached 105 points in November, an increase of 3.9% month-on-month and 6.5% year-on-year, reaching the highest level since December 2014.

In addition, FAO also predicts that in 2020, global cereal production will reach a record 2.742 billion tons, an increase of 1.3% over the previous year.

FAO specifically pointed out that the new crown pneumonia epidemic, natural disasters and intensified regional conflicts are important factors affecting global food security. The organization’s quarterly report "Crop Prospects and Food Situation" published on the 3rd showed that there are still 45 countries in the world that need external food assistance, 34 of which are located in Africa.

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