FSSAI and Brazil’s MAPA Sign MoU to Enhance Food Safety Cooperation

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. This collaboration aims to strengthen food safety measures and promote bilateral cooperation in the sector.

Expectations

• Marks a new beginning of a new phase of cooperation aimed at enhancing food safety through collaborative projects and technical exchanges.
• Also outlines the framework for joint initiatives that will facilitate the technical knowledge and technical cooperation and expertise between the nations.

Remarks By Representative

• Shri G. Kamala Vardhana Rao said, Signing this MoU demonstrates our dedication to food safety and signifies a major advancement in our ongoing efforts to enhance international collaboration in food safety.  
• We are eager to work with MAPA to achieve our common goals and enhance food safety in both countries.
• The representative from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil added,
• The signing of the MoU marks a milestone in the bilateral relations between the two countries in the field of food safety.
• Allowing for technical cooperation and exchange of experience and knowledge with the aim of strengthening the institutional collaboration and pursuing joint initiatives.

Significance

• The MoU will facilitate joint projects and technical collaboration between FSSAI and MAPA. 
• Both organizations are committed to improving food safety standards in their respective countries.
• The collaboration aims to enable the sharing of expertise and best practices in food safety. 
• FSSAI and MAPA can undertake joint initiatives to address specific food safety challenges.
• The MoU will also foster stronger ties between India and Brazil in the area of food safety. 
• This partnership between FSSAI and MAPA aligns with the global efforts to promote food safety and protect public health.