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Download Solution PDFThe World Food Program (WFP) is the food assistance branch of the United Nations. Where is it headquartered?
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Download Solution PDFOption 3 is the correct answer:
- World Food Programme is a branch of the United Nations and is based in Rome, Italy.
- It was established in 1961 and aims at eradicating world hunger aiding people with food assistance during a humanitarian crisis.
- It is a member of the United Nations Development Programme.
- Structure:
- It is governed by representatives from 36 member states of the UN or FAO.
- David Beasley is the current executive director of WFP and heads it.
- In addition, there is one deputy executive and three assistant executive directors.
- It works in partnership with various Governments, NGOs and private entities.
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Brussels |
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Rome |
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New York |
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