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This session highlights food safety challenges in Asia, including regulatory updates in Taiwan, risk assessment for food additives in China, harmonized standards in ASEAN, and climate change impacts on food safety in Korea.

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  • International food regulation and policy

Background:

  • Global food systems face increasing pressure from population growth, rising food demand, and biosecurity threats linked to global trade.
  • Effective information sharing is crucial for advancing the food industry and ensuring food safety across Asia.
  • The International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI) network in Asia facilitates discussions on critical food safety issues.

Purpose of the Study:

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  • To foster discussion on food safety issues by presenting regional perspectives and research.
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  • Expert discussions facilitated by the ILSI network.

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    • Taiwan's current food safety and sanitation regulations were presented.
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    • Activities of the ASEAN working group on Food Standards Harmonization and ILSI Southeast Asia's support were reported.
    • Current research on the impact of climate change on food safety in Korea was shared.

    Conclusions:

    • Regional collaboration and scientific approaches are vital for harmonizing food standards and ensuring food safety.
    • Risk assessment and regulatory oversight are essential for managing food additives.
    • Climate change poses significant threats to food security and safety, particularly in developing Asian nations.
    • Continued dialogue and information sharing are necessary to address the evolving landscape of food safety in Asia.