Transparency of SPS to turn barriers into export advantages

From barrier to export key In the context of globalization and deepening economic integration, compliance with SPS regulations (measures on food safety and animal and plant health inspection) has become a prerequisite for Vietnam's agriculture, forestry, and fishery products to access and maintain export markets. This is no longer just a barrier but also a "passport," a measure of the production capacity and traceability of each country. Dr. Ngo Xuan Nam, Deputy Director of the SPS Office of Vietnam, believes that the transparency of SPS regulations, walking hand in hand with businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, will determine the success or failure of the sustainable export strategy. Compliance with and response to technical barriers are no longer the sole responsibility of individual businesses but have become a common challenge for the entire industry. According to Dr. Nam, dealing with SPS is like setting a menu for the global kitchen. "To cook a ...