G8 Summit Ends with Focus on Africa, Food Security

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Source: Voice of America

Leaders of the world's richest countries have capped a three-day summit in L'Aquila, Italy Friday, by discussing food security with their counterparts from African nations.

U.S. President Barak Obama and other Group of Eight leaders are expected to announce a $15 billion pledge over three years to help poor countries fight hunger and develop their own agricultural sectors.

Mr. Obama also held separate talks with South African officials.

The U.S. leader next meets with Pope Benedict in Vatican City Friday. The White House says Mr. Obama and Pope Benedict will have "frank" talks on issues they disagree on, such as abortion, along issues on which they agree, such as helping the poor.


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