New Delhi – Union Health Minister Shri J.P. Nadda unveiled the logo and brochures for the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2024, set to take place from 19th to 21st September at Bharat Mandapam. The summit will be hosted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and will coincide with the World Food India 2024 event.
The summit is expected to see participation from delegates representing over 70 countries and 30 international organizations, including food safety regulators, risk assessment authorities, research institutes, and universities. Shri Nadda emphasized that the conclave will focus on regional collaboration in setting standards within the Codex Alimentarius Commission, offering a platform for Asian countries to address food safety, trade, and regulatory challenges unique to the region.
Key topics to be covered during the summit include combating antimicrobial resistance (#AMR), regulating health supplements and nutraceuticals, sustainable food packaging, food safety monitoring systems, animal feed’s impact on food safety, and sports nutrition.
Shri Nadda noted that GFRS 2.0 will foster collaboration among countries to enhance food safety, share best practices, and build a cohesive global network for compliance and regulation.
The summit aims to ensure food safety for all and create synergies across nations towards better food security and nutrition.