TIRANA, June 19 /ATA/ In the framework of the “Food Safety 2026” plan, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Andis Salla held a meeting with participation of Mayor Brunilda Mersini, Director General of the National Food Authority Blerina Gjylameti, as well as food business operators in the field of hotels, restaurants, fast-food, catering and confectionery.
The meeting centered on strategies to ensure food safety this summer, focusing on stricter field inspections and categorizing industry operators according to EU standards.
With a record-breaking tourist season on the horizon, guaranteeing stringent food safety standards is more critical than ever. Minister Salla commended the National Food Authority, urging maximum operational readiness throughout the summer. A key focus of the meeting was the ongoing reform to categorize food business operators in alignment with European Union standards.
Food safety is a vital indicator of Albania’s European integration, driving institutional credibility and economic competitiveness. The government guarantees ongoing support for agri-food businesses through policies and EU funds, ensuring that compliance with regulations leads to concrete growth. /e.i/r.e/p.s./
