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“There is no regional body in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) right now and, as every country has different rules and laws, that really is a huge impediment to trade and food safety,” said former FAO food and nutrition director John Lupien.
“This could improve information sharing, food-trade training and therefore food safety and quality in the region.”
“It could be implemented immediately but we hope it is at least planned for the near future, and we won’t give up on it,” added Lupien.
The idea of setting up an International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFOST) has been previously discussed by the FAO, Lupien told attendees at the International Food Industry Exhibition.
“More communication could help improve the safety of food and we are open to that,” said the Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority.