CLEAN : Yemen 'step away' from devastating famine: UNDP

The transcript discusses the severe humanitarian crisis in Yemen, highlighting the exponential increase in famine risk, imminent food supply cutbacks, and the tipping point that could lead to widespread famine. It also addresses the acute malnutrition affecting millions of children and the lack of educational resources. Structural issues are emphasized as long-term challenges that hinder Yemen's development.

What is causing the increased risk of famine in Yemen?

• Improved economic conditions

• Increased agricultural production

• Cutback in support from international organizations

• Decrease in population

How quickly can the tipping point for famine in Yemen occur?

• Over several decades

• In a few years

• In weeks or months

• Never

How many children under the age of five are projected to suffer from acute malnutrition in Yemen in 2021?

• 3 million

• 2.3 million

• 1 million

• 500,000

What basic necessity is lacking for an entire generation of children in Yemen?

• Education

• Healthcare

• Shelter

• Food

What is the long-term impact of the crisis on Yemen's development?

• Immediate recovery

• Rapid economic growth

• Years to recover to previous development levels

• No impact