The event, organised by the Phuket Provincial Corporate Social Responsibility Centre (CSR Phuket Centre) in collaboration with Wichit Municipality and partner networks, was presided over by Phuket Governor Saransak Srikruanetra.
Also in attendance were his wife, Ms Ruedeewan, who now serves as President of the Phuket Red Cross; Sompit Srikhamhaeng, Director of the Phuket Provincial Social Development and Human Security Office; Wirintra Paphakityotsapat, President of the Phuket Provincial Business Social Responsibility Promotion Centre; and Wichit Mayor Kreeta Chotiwichpipat, along with heads of government offices, business representatives, volunteers and more than 500 local residents.
Governor Saransak said food security was a fundamental human right, noting that everyone should have access to safe and nutritious food. “Today’s event demonstrates the cooperation of all sectors in tackling food inequality,” he said.
Governor Saransak added that Phuket’s efforts align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Zero Hunger and Zero Food Waste, to build a more equitable and sustainable society.
The event featured booths promoting sustainable consumption and nutrition, environmental awareness activities, and the distribution of more than 10,000 meals, drinks, snacks and essential items to local residents and vulnerable groups in Wichit and nearby areas, including Ratsada, Kathu, Chalong and Phuket Town.
The deliveries were coordinated through a network of social development volunteers and municipal teams.
This year’s World Food Day carried the theme ‘A society of sharing, leaving no one behind’, reflecting the combined efforts of government, private and civil society partners to strengthen community resilience and reduce social inequality through sustainable food systems, explained an official report of the event.
Observed annually on Oct 16 and designated by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Food Day raises global awareness of the importance of sustainable food production, consumption and accessibility.
Phuket Provincial has now hosted local events to commemorate the day for five consecutive years, expanding its network of cooperation and reaffirming its commitment to improving quality of life for all residents, the official report said.