After Zero Hunger, what's next?

In 2004, the Dominican Republic confronted a severe challenge in combating hunger amid a profound economic and social crisis. This crisis was largely triggered by a banking crisis in 2003 that deteriorated household incomes, increased poverty levels, and aggravated food insecurity across the country.

The historical context highlights the difficult conditions following the financial collapse, setting the stage for national efforts to address food security and social welfare in the wake of widespread economic hardship.