A MoU signed between FSSAI and the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) of Brazil

Current Context: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) of Brazil on September 22, 2024.

• The signing took place on the sidelines of the Global Food Regulators Summit, 2024, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• Aim and Important Details:
• Objective: The MoU aims to improve food safety through joint projects and technical collaboration.
• Signatories: The MoU was signed by Mr. Carlos Henrique Baqueta Fávaro, Agriculture and Livestock Minister of Brazil, and counter-signed by Shri G. Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO of FSSAI.
• Significance: This agreement marks a significant milestone in bilateral relations between India and Brazil in the field of food safety. It allows for technical cooperation and exchange of experience and knowledge, aiming to strengthen institutional collaboration and pursue joint initiatives.
• This partnership is expected to foster a mutually beneficial and productive relationship between the two countries, enhancing food safety standards in both nations.

Question:

1 What was the primary objective of the MoU signed between FSSAI and the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil on September 22, 2024?

• A) To improve food safety through joint projects and technical collaboration
• B) To promote agricultural trade between India and Brazil
• C) To establish new regulations for livestock trade
• D) To enhance cultural exchange programs between the two countries

Answer: A) The MoU aims to strengthen food safety standards through joint projects and technical cooperation between India and Brazil, enhancing the regulatory frameworks of both nations.