Pakistan is currently facing a significant hunger crisis, with millions of people experiencing chronic hunger and malnutrition. According to the 2022 Global Hunger Index , Pakistan ranks 99th out of 121 countries with sufficient data , with a score of 26.1. More than 3.4 million children in Pakistan are facing chronic hunger , with an estimated 760,000 children in need of immediate treatment for severe acute malnutrition. In addition to climate shocks such as floods and droughts, other factors contributing to the crisis include poverty, inequality, and conflict. The United Nations warns that more than 5 million people in Pakistan will be close to famine by the end of March 2023 . The situation is dire, and many organizations are working to provide food assistance and other forms of support to those in need.
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