India Secures Membership in Codex Alimentarius Commission's Executive Committee

• 07 Dec 2023

On 2^nd Dec, India achieved unanimous election to the Executive Committee of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) during its 46th meeting in Rome, representing the Asian region.

Key Points

• Significance of Committee Membership: India's membership offers a unique opportunity to actively contribute to global food standards.
• It allows the country to partake in decision-making processes and critical reviews, supporting the CAC's program for standards development.
• Committee Composition: The Executive Committee consists of the Chair, three vice Chairs, six regional coordinators, and seven elected representatives from different geographical regions of Codex, enhancing India's role in shaping international food standards.
• Millets Standards Proposal: India's proposal for establishing group standards for millets gains approval from the Commission.
• The country's initiative to set global standards for millets is recognized and supported by member nations, marking a significant achievement in global food regulations.
• Project Approval: The Commission acknowledges India's proposition for global millets standards under Additional Agendas.
• The proposal, discussed extensively during the CAC meeting, receives approval for the preparation of three Project documents, highlighting India's commitment to food standards.