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Food safety in international trade
K Miyagishima1, F K Käferstein
1Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Kyoto University, Japan.
World Health Forum
|March 2, 1999
Summary
International collaboration is crucial for managing foodborne health risks. This analysis examines the roles of the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Trade Organization (WTO) in global food safety.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- International Trade Law
- Food Science
Background:
- Foodborne illnesses pose significant global health risks.
- Effective management requires international cooperation and standardized regulations.
- Existing frameworks address food safety at a global level.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the contributions of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) to food safety.
- To highlight the significance of the Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS Agreement).
- To review the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission in setting international food standards.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of international agreements and organizational reports.
- Analysis of the roles and functions of WHO and WTO in food safety governance.
- Examination of the impact of the SPS Agreement and Codex Alimentarius.
Main Results:
- WHO and WTO play complementary roles in establishing and enforcing food safety standards.
- The SPS Agreement provides a legal framework for trade-related food safety measures.
- Codex Alimentarius develops science-based international food standards, guidelines, and codes of practice.
Conclusions:
- International cooperation through organizations like WHO and WTO is essential for mitigating foodborne risks.
- The SPS Agreement and Codex standards are key instruments for harmonizing food safety regulations globally.
- Continued collaboration is vital for ensuring a safe global food supply.
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