‘QUALEB 2015’ achievements of MoET

The Ministry of Economy and Trade issued last Tuesday a summary of the achievements of the ‘Quality Programme-Third Phase for 2015’ covering the activities completed by the project. The statement indicated that full technical, operational and training support has been provided to some 30 food establishments observing the food safety management system and tracking system to enhance the quality of their products in compliance with international standards, notably, ISO 22000 and 22005 certificates. The Ministry revealed that 28 out of the 30 food companies have won the above certificates, adding that it has offered consultation and training assistance to incorporate the new quality management systems in six public departments for better productivity and services to citizens. On training, the ministry confirmed it has provided intensive and specialized training for relevant state administrations and food factories to enhance their performance, particularly in the field of food safety management, market monitoring, metrology and tracking systems, in addition to training workshops on the requirements of export to EU countries. (Al Diyar, December 2, 2015)