Global governance of food safety: the role of the FAO, WHO, and Codex Alimentarius in regulatory harmonization
Neal D. Fortin
Abstract
This chapter provides an overview of the system of global governance of food safety. It begins with an explanation of the need for global food safety governance, illustrated by international food safety scandals. Next, an overview of the international bodies, the World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the Codex Alimentarius Commission, is provided along with their essential role in the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreements. Finally, the chapter closes with observations about the need today and in the future.
Topics & Concepts
HarmonizationFood safetyInternational tradeCommissionCorporate governanceAgricultureGlobal governanceBusinessEuropean commissionPolitical scienceFood scienceBiologyLawEcologyEuropean unionAcousticsFinancePhysicsFood Safety and Hygiene