The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), supported by the European Union (EU) and in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, successfully hosted a high-level panel discussion and media knowledge-sharing event titled “Strengthening Food Safety Control Mechanisms in Sri Lanka: Current Challenges, Collaborative Solutions, and Future Pathways.” The event marked a step towards enhancing food safety in Sri Lanka through strategic dialogue, collaborative efforts, and public advocacy.
Organized under the EU-funded BESPA Project (Mainstreaming Standards-Based Best Practices for Agri-Food Sector Development), the event supports the Government of Sri Lanka in promoting food safety, enhancing regulatory frameworks, and fostering a culture of accountability and consumer awareness. The European Union Delegation has been instrumental in advancing food safety in Sri Lanka by providing financial and technical support to enhance food safety practices and infrastructure. Through capacity-building initiatives, training programs for industry stakeholders, and public awareness campaigns, the EU has helped strengthen the expertise of food safety authorities and empowered consumers to make informed choices. This ongoing collaboration continues to foster a safer and more resilient food system for the country.