00:00We choose to co-organize this event in Addis Abeba with the Ethiopian government not only because Italy has a special relation with Ethiopia and a pragmatic cooperation based on concrete projects and initiatives, but also because we believe it is essential to involve the African continent as a protagonist in the choices and actions of the international community.
00:28Starting, of course, with the momentous challenge that is the subject of our work today, which is food security, this is a top priority challenge as demonstrated by the broad and qualified participation in this summit and the presence of the UN Deputy Secretary General Mohammed, whom I grieve and thank you.
