Health Minister Leads Bahrain Delegation to GCC Food Safety Meeting in Kuwait
Kuwait City: Dr. Jalila bint Al Sayed Jawad Hassan, Minister of Health, led Bahrain's delegation to the ninth meeting of the Ministerial Committee for Food Safety of the GCC, organised by the GCC General Secretariat in Kuwait. The minister highlighted the importance of GCC cooperation in further developing food safety systems, exchanging expertise, and enhancing preventive and regulatory measures to ensure consumer protection.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting discussed key topics, including the Unified Food Law, the GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods, the establishment of a regional risk assessment centre, novel foods, and the regulation of imports of animal-based products. Participants also reviewed the GCC food safety policy and follow-ups on decisions from the previous ministerial meeting.
The event marked a step forward in regional efforts to enhance food security and uphold safety standards.
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