The International Meat Secretariat is taking a pro-active stance on the range of issues facing the global meat industry. One of the biggest challenges is related to the environment. In this respect, the IMS Sustainable Meat Committee is playing an important role as a catalyst for international co-operation. I believe that the meat industry must work together to demonstrate its strong commitment to sustainably meeting market demand. I also believe that together, we can meet the multiple objectives of economic development, climate change and food security through increased productivity and resource efficiency.