This document provides an overview and analysis of the 2014 Global Food Security Index (GFSI) for the Asia & Pacific region. It finds that while Asia & Pacific scores lower on food security than other regions like North America and Europe, there is large diversity within the region. The top 5 countries in the region would rank 2nd globally, while some poorer countries face high food insecurity. Most countries improved slightly in food security from 2013-2014, though economic growth did not always correlate with improvements. Food prices and affordability affected country scores the most. The region shows both strengths like robust governance and challenges such as natural disasters and rising food prices.