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Saba Yemen
25-03-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Standards Authority destroys expired goods in Hodeida, Sa'ada
Sana'a - Saba: The Yemeni Authority for Standardization, Metrology and Quality Control destroyed expired and non-compliant goods in Hodeida and Sa'ada Governorates. In a statement issued today, a copy of which was received by the Yemeni News Agency (Saba), the Authority explained that it destroyed globes depicting a world map bearing the name of the Zionist entity, as well as used car spare parts in Hodeida Governorate, as these are prohibited products under Ministerial Resolution No. (481) of 2009. In Hodeida, women's second hand trousers were destroyed. They were worn and torn, and are among the products prohibited from import under the Authority's Circular No. 11 of 1444 AH and Cabinet Resolution No. 63 of 2018. The statement noted that industrial drinking powders were destroyed in Sa'ada Governorate, as they did not conform to approved standard specifications. These products are prohibited from import. It noted that these goods were destroyed in cooperation with customs, security agencies, and relevant authorities, in accordance with legal procedures and the Authority's mandate to protect consumer health and safety and prevent the entry of any goods that do not meet specifications. The Authority urged all importers to adhere to the requirements and not import prohibited products, stressing that it will not tolerate any products that do not meet specifications and standards, in order to preserve consumer safety as the first line of defense. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Saba Yemen
05-03-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
YASMQC carries out field survey for markets in Capital, provinces
Sana'a - Saba: The Yemeni Authority for Standardization, Metrology and Quality Control (YASMQC) on Wednesday carried out a field campaign to survey the markets in the Yemeni capital and governorates. The campaign aimed to ensure that goods and products in the markets are subject to the supervision of the organization, especially juices, beverages and vegetable oils. YASMQC Executive Director General, Sam Al-Bashiri, told the Yemeni News Agency (Saba) that the campaign came within the framework of strengthening the organization's supervisory and awareness role and preserving the health and safety of the consumer and protecting the environment and the public safety of society. He explained that during the campaign, the extent to which stores selling targeted goods and products adhered to the requirements and conditions of the standard specifications and approved technical regulations related to display and storage was verified. Al-Bashiri stated that the campaign included providing technical instructions and instructions and distributing awareness posters to raise awareness among store owners and the local community, stressing that the violating products were withdrawn and seized and the necessary legal measures were taken against them. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
27-02-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Standards Authority launches market, gas station monitoring campaigns
Sana'a - Saba: The Yemeni Authority for Standardization, Metrology and Quality Control has initiated field operations to monitor markets in Taiz province and gas stations in Dhamar province. In Taiz, the Authority has commenced a 10-day campaign targeting markets and shops to inspect food products, ensure accurate weights and measurements of packaged goods, and educate vendors on proper product display and trading requirements, especially with the approach of Ramadan. Director of the Authority's Taiz branch Eng. Riyadh Al-Bukhaiti urged consumers to scrutinize product labels and validity dates, and to avoid non-compliant goods. The campaign includes distributing informational brochures to shop owners about trading standards. Simultaneously, in Dhamar, the Authority concluded a periodic monitoring and calibration program for domestic gas filling stations and industrial facility measuring tools. Director of the Authority's Dhamar branch Dr. Yahya al-Dabai emphasized the importance of verifying that measuring and weighing tools have the Authority's verification sticker to prevent commercial fraud. He also reiterated the need for adherence to Yemeni standard specifications, safety regulations, and legal standards. These campaigns underscore the Authority's commitment to protecting consumers and ensuring fair trade practices across Yemen. Facebook Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Al Sahwa
25-02-2025
- Health
- Al Sahwa
Yemen Authorities Intercept Spoiled Flour Shipment
In a move to safeguard public health, Yemen's Authority for Specifications, Metrology and Quality Control has intercepted a 5,000-ton shipment of spoiled flour at the Ma'alla port in Aden. The shipment, which originated from the Arab Republic of Egypt, was found to be contaminated with mold and insects, and had been exposed to salt water during transportation. The authority's inspection revealed that the flour was unfit for human consumption, prompting the refusal of entry. According to official documents, the shipment consisted of 2,500 tons of "Emirate" flour and 2,500 tons of "Bon" flour, both bearing a production date of November 2024. The Public Prosecution of Industry and Trade has launched an investigation into the matter, with the authority's report serving as evidence. The incident highlights the need for stringent quality control measures to prevent the entry of substandard goods into the Yemeni market.
Saba Yemen
11-02-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Specifications authority calls on traders to deal through electronic services portal "Tasheel"
Sana'a - Saba: The Ministry of Economy, Industry and Investment and the Yemeni Authority for Standards, Metrology and Quality Control called on Tuesday on all traders, manufacturers and importers to quickly register their products and deal through the electronic services portal "Tasheel". Executive Director of the Authority Sam al-Bashiri explained that the electronic services portal aims to simplify procedures and facilitate transactions with the Authority and accelerate the process of releasing goods and products that conform to approved standard specifications. He pointed out that the registration process is done by entering the portal website according to the instructions and guidelines shown on the sites. He pointed out that those wishing to do so will be trained on how to deal and use the systems and services provided through the portal by communicating via the operations numbers 781001722 - 781001737 or attending the training and rehabilitation center affiliated with the Authority in the Capital branch and Sana'a province. He stressed that paper applications and transactions will not be processed or received starting from Shawwal 7, 1446, corresponding to April 5, 2025 . Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
