Investing in food safety for global benefits : a concrete case in the association of Southeast Asian nations (ASEAN) countries / Food and agriculture organization of the United Nations

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Abstract

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Acknowledgements

Abbreviations and acronyms

1. Introduction

1.1 The ascending region of Asia and the Pacific

1.2 The uniqueness of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

1.3 Harmonized food safety is a priority for ASEAN

1.4 Japan and food safety

2. Collaborate for maximum impact - food safety improvement in ASEAN countries

2.1. Food inspection systems were assessed in four ASEAN countries

2.2 A guidance document for food inspection and certification systems was developed

2.3 Capacities were strengthened on food inspection systems

2.4 Capacities were strengthened on the Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS), food recalls and traceability, sampling tools, risk analysis and Codex Alimentarius standards

2.5 National Codex Alimentarius activities were documented in one publication

2.6 Statistics were obtained regarding the use of insects as a source of food in the region

2.7 Internal communications were maintained through the circulation of a newsletter

2.8 Capacities to develop Codex Alimentarius standards were strengthened

2.9 Reference documents and milestone publications were developed on food safety

3. Conclusion

4. References

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