A delegation including representatives from Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Islamic Studies (CIS) and College of Public Policy (CPP), Earthna, the Ministry of Municipality, and Georgetown University in Qatar visited Singapore to exchange insights into sustainable food security strategies with academic, government, and industry experts.The visit was part of the knowledge dissemination activities within a grant by Qatar Research Development and Innovation Council (QRDI) led by Dr Dalal Aassouli, assistant professor of Islamic and Sustainable Finance, CIS.Ambassador of Qatar to Singapore Saoud bin Jassim al-Jufairi welcomed the delegation, hosting them to discuss the importance of knowledge transfer between the two countries.The delegation then undertook a two-day food security and crisis management workshop at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, where participants discussed food security strategies and crisis management approaches in Qatar and Singapore.Representatives from Qatar presented case studies from the country, giving an overview of its food security policies, supply chains, and sustainable water resource management efforts.Their NTU counterparts highlighted several of Singapore’s food sustainability initiatives, including its support for hydroponic farming — a method of growing plants without soil using a nutrient-rich water solution — and its food waste policies.The workshop then pivoted to a focus on sustainable agriculture finance, featuring a one day masterclass delivered by Dr Aassouli that tackled various instruments available in the field and global taxonomies and standards in the sector. The masterclass also engaged leading international organisations including the Green Climate Fund, Grow Asia, and Dalberg advisors.Dr Aassouli said: “This trip complemented the diverse knowledge exchange and initiatives that HBKU has been leading in the field of food security and sustainable finance to support national priorities. It is another example of how HBKU and Qatar Foundation foster dialogue that facilitates expertise and builds capacity in Qatar and beyond.”Ambassador al-Jufairi noted: "Qatar and Singapore share a commitment to strengthening food security through collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships. With Qatar’s National Food Security Strategy 2030 focusing on increasing local production and reducing import reliance, working with like-minded nations like Singapore allows both countries to exchange expertise, drive sustainability, and achieve greater resilience in global food systems."Dr Abdul Jalil Abdul Kader, assistant chief executive officer (Operations), Singapore Food Agency, added: "In an increasingly unpredictable world, no nation can tackle food security challenges in isolation. The collaboration between Singapore and Qatar is not just beneficial — it is essential. By sharing experiences, strategies, and innovations, we can build more resilient and adaptable food systems that serve our nations and contribute to global food security solutions."