人大常委会丨强化全链条监管 食品安全法实施取得积极成效

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the Food Safety Law in China has achieved positive results, with ongoing improvements in food safety conditions, although challenges remain that necessitate enhanced regulatory measures across the entire food supply chain [1][2]. Group 1: Legislative and Regulatory Developments - The current Food Safety Law was enacted in 2009, with comprehensive revisions in 2015 and subsequent amendments in 2018 and 2021, and a recent minor amendment addressing the regulation of liquid food transportation and infant formula [1]. - The National People's Congress conducted its fourth enforcement inspection of the Food Safety Law from May to September this year, focusing on various food-related entities and practices [2]. Group 2: Food Safety Standards and Compliance - The report highlights that the implementation of the Food Safety Law has led to a high compliance rate in food safety evaluations, with significant improvements in public confidence regarding food safety [2]. - The National Health Commission has established a comprehensive food safety standard management system, issuing 1,693 national food safety standards covering over 340 food categories and 23,000 safety indicators [2]. Group 3: Responsibilities of Food Enterprises - Food production and operation enterprises are identified as the primary responsible parties for food safety, with 3.098 million enterprises employing 1.15 million food safety supervisors and 9.49 million food safety personnel [3]. - Schools have strengthened food safety measures, with 93.1% of primary and secondary schools establishing parent committees for dietary supervision and significant investments made to improve school canteens [3]. Group 4: Recommendations for Improvement - The report outlines eight recommendations for enhancing food safety regulation, including strengthening the food safety standard system, improving monitoring and enforcement capabilities, and addressing food safety in schools and new food business models [3].