Remembering the other half in the financial crisis

The video discusses the severe food crisis in Afghanistan and the challenges faced by the World Food Program in providing aid. It highlights the impact of the global financial crisis on donor governments' willingness to contribute to international development programs. Despite rich nations spending $104 billion on aid last year, the financial turmoil has led to a focus on bailing out banks rather than supporting developing countries. The World Bank warns that up to 100 million people could fall into poverty due to rising food and energy prices. Although prices may stabilize, they will remain higher than before, necessitating increased assistance for poor countries.

What is one of the main challenges faced by aid workers in Afghanistan?

• Lack of transportation

• High food and fuel prices

• Political instability

• Natural disasters

Which countries were the biggest donors to aid programs last year?

• Canada and Australia

• US and UK

• Germany and France

• China and India

What is the main concern regarding the financial crisis?

• It will lead to increased inflation

• It will reduce funds available for developing countries

• It will cause a rise in unemployment

• It will lead to a decrease in global trade

According to the World Bank, how many people risk falling into poverty due to rising prices?

• 50 million

• 150 million

• 100 million

• 75 million

What is the IMF's prediction for food and energy prices in 2009?

• Prices will continue to rise

• Prices will return to pre-crisis levels

• Prices will stabilize but remain higher than before

• Prices will drop significantly