- Vietnam is amending Decree No. 15/2018/ND-CP to strengthen food safety regulations.
- Proposed amendments aim to simplify administrative procedures and enhance local authority roles in food safety management.
- Stricter post-inspection regulations are planned to update product declarations and enhance consumer protection.
- Industry concerns include increased compliance costs and delays impacting small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
- Recommendations include aligning Vietnam’s food safety regulations with international practices to avoid trade barriers.
