São Paulo, February 11, 2004 (Agência Brasil - ABr) - The Zero Hunger Expo, which began yesterday (10), in this capital, proves that the program has "taken off.". The event was organized through the initiative of companies and organizations committed to the struggle against hunger and the food security programs. According to the Minister of Social Development and Hunger Alleviation, Patrus Ananias, the event should stimulate the adherence of new partners.

The Minister met Monday (9) night with the governor of São Paulo, Geraldo Alckmin, to define the integration between federal, state, and municipal social programs. (DAS)