<h1>G33 Ministers Seek Permanent Solutions for Food Security and Public Stockholding Ahead of WTO Conference.</h1> The G33 Trade Ministers convened in Abu Dhabi on February 25, 2024, ahead of the 13th Ministerial Conference. The meeting focused on finding a permanent solution for public stockholding (PSH) programs aimed at food security in developing countries, including least developed countries (LDCs). India emphasized the importance of PSH for addressing hunger and highlighted its role during the COVID-19 crisis. India also stressed that food security is a national concern and advocated for the G33's cohesion in negotiations. Additionally, India urged progress on the Special Safeguard Mechanism, separate from market access issues. A G33 Ministerial Statement was issued by the WTO.