1.   The failure of the crop this year will create a food crisis.

2.   The food crisis was not the result of any incapacity by the Soviet Union to grow enough food to feed its population.

3.   A significant factor in the food crisis was the spread of corruption and black-marketeering linked to the state food distribution and retail network.

4.   Governments, international organizations and aid agencies referred to civil war as a major contributor to the food crisis and a major hindrance to relief efforts.

5.   As the extent of the effect of the drought began to be realized, several countries reported potential food crises.

6.   Governments who take in refugees, refugee organisations and U N representatives are among those invited to the symposium which will address the food crisis.

7.   Another aspect that makes the food crisis in North Korea different is its political nature.

8.   As the food crisis has grown, the Kremlin has begrudgingly recognized the seriousness of the situation.

9.   Can people in the United States, as individuals, do anything to help in the North Korean food crisis?