FSSAI signs MoU with Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock

New Delhi�New Delhi : The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) of Brazil. The agreement was finalised on Saturday during the Global Food Regulators Summit held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, it was signed by Carlos Henrique Baqueta Favero, Minister of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil and countersigned by G Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO of FSSAI. The MoU marks the beginning of a new phase of cooperation aimed at enhancing food safety through collaborative projects and technical exchanges.

G Kamala Vardhana Rao emphasised the importance of this agreement, saying, “The signing of this MoU reflects our commitment to food security and represents a major progress in our ongoing efforts to enhance international cooperation in food security. We look forward to working with MAPA to achieve our shared goals and enhance food security in both countries.” The MoU outlines a framework for joint initiatives that will facilitate the exchange of technical knowledge and expertise between the two countries.

In his remarks, the representative of the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock highlighted the significance of the MoU as a milestone in bilateral relations between India and Brazil. He said, “The signing of the MoU is a milestone in bilateral relations between the two countries in the field of food safety, allowing technical cooperation and exchange of experience and knowledge with the aim of strengthening institutional cooperation and pursuing joint initiatives.” Both FSSAI and MAPA are committed to fostering a productive partnership that is mutually beneficial. (ANI)

Comments are closed.