The Asia Pacific region will house the largest population in the world by 2050, estimated to reach some 5.2 billion or around 60% of the global population. (Portra/Getty Images)2) Too many projects, too little follow throughWhile many, many food firms and governments have identified sustainability as key targets or strategies, the total overall impact thus far has been limited, particularly in Asia. International Rice Research Institute Director General Yvonne Pinto believes that governments play the most necessary role in this area. Khanna concurred but highlighted the challenges in terms of uniformity among various agencies, making the situation even more challenging. Opens in new window Join the FREE Climate Smart Food Broadcast series: which focuses on Smart Farming (Sept 9); Circular Processing (Sept 16) and Packaging and Labeling (Sept 23).