On the eve of the G7 Development Summit, the Nutriset Group, together with the Eleanor Crook Foundation, brought together leading stakeholders in the fight against child malnutrition in Paris. The objective: to highlight the urgent need for action and ensure that nutrition remains at the heart of the international agenda for the long term.
Today, one child still dies every 11 seconds from causes linked to malnutrition. This tragic reality reminds us that, despite the progress achieved, the battle is far from over. Malnutrition is not inevitable: it is a preventable crisis that requires strong political decisions and funding commensurate with the scale of the challenge.
This mobilization takes place in a symbolic year: the 30th anniversary of Plumpy’Nut®. This major French innovation revolutionized the treatment of severe acute malnutrition by making home-based care possible through a simple and effective solution.
Over three decades, more than 45 million lives have been saved thanks to this approach. This achievement demonstrates the power of innovation when it is placed at the service of the public good.
The roundtable, “How French Innovation Revolutionized the Fight Against Child Malnutrition,” brought together experts and field actors to deliver a clear message to the international community.
We were honored to welcome Ms. Éléonore Caroit, Minister Delegate for Francophonie, International Partnerships and French Nationals Abroad. In her opening remarks, she highlighted the decisive role of French industrial excellence as a driver of impactful diplomacy:
“Now is the time for the G7. Nutrition must remain at the heart of the development agenda and coordinated action. This is a matter of humanity, and we must focus on effectiveness.”
The discussions highlighted two essential priorities:
Alongside Adeline Lescanne, the discussions brought together committed stakeholders including UNICEF France, Action Against Hunger, NutriK FZE, and other partners working on the ground.
As G7 discussions continue, a clear objective has been set: to transform dialogue into multi-year financial commitments. Investing in nutrition means investing in human capital, an essential condition for sustainable development and strengthened global security.
The solutions exist. The evidence is there. Thirty years of innovation and impact stand as proof.
It is now time to take the next step.
The time for action is now.
