Core Viewpoint - The Shandong provincial government has introduced 25 specific measures to enhance the food safety regulatory framework, focusing on the entire supply chain from farm to table, ensuring the safety of food products for consumers [2][3]. Group 1: Food Product Safety - A risk-based classification management system for food products will be trialed, with strict controls on high-risk varieties and production methods [2]. - Quality control measures for meat products will be strengthened, including the implementation of quality management standards for pig slaughtering and the promotion of centralized slaughtering for cattle and sheep [2]. - An electronic certification system for food products will be developed to enhance traceability and compliance [2]. Group 2: Food Production and Operation Licensing - The approval process for food production and operation licenses will be tightened, with mandatory inspections within specified timeframes after license issuance [3]. - A specialized food safety inspector system will be established to ensure adequate oversight based on the number of food producers in each city [3]. - The certification of traditional specialty foods and the establishment of standards for prepared dishes will be promoted [3]. Group 3: Online Food Sales Regulation - A collaborative governance mechanism for online food sales will be established, ensuring that producers and sellers comply with safety certification requirements [3]. - Responsibilities of online food ordering platforms and operators will be clarified, with a focus on enhancing supervision of takeout services [3]. - The "Food Safety Sentinel" system will be promoted to strengthen oversight of non-dine-in food services [3]. Group 4: Catering Service Governance - Comprehensive supervision of food safety in centralized dining units will be reinforced, particularly in schools, nursing homes, and hospitals [4]. - The "Internet + Open Kitchen" initiative will be advanced to increase transparency in food preparation processes [4]. - A collaborative management mechanism for school food safety will be established, including a blacklist for suppliers with poor records [4].

Core Viewpoint - The State Administration for Market Regulation has drafted the "Regulations on the Supervision and Management of Food Safety Responsibilities of Third-Party Platforms and Online Food Sales Enterprises" to enhance online food safety supervision and enforce responsibilities on platform enterprises and online food sales companies [1][2][4]. Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The draft consists of 23 articles that strengthen food safety management requirements for platform enterprises and online food sales companies across various dimensions, including management personnel allocation, operational mechanisms, supervision, and legal responsibilities [1][3]. - The regulations require platform enterprises to appoint food safety directors and food safety personnel commensurate with the scale of the enterprise, food categories, online food transaction volume, and risk levels [1][4]. Group 2: Responsibilities and Obligations - The draft clarifies the division of responsibilities between platform enterprises and online food sales companies, mandating them to sign contracts that specify food safety responsibilities [4][7]. - It emphasizes that food safety directors and personnel must possess the capability to identify and mitigate food safety risks, handle complaints, and manage emergency responses [4][7]. Group 3: Implementation and Compliance - The regulations introduce a "daily control, weekly inspection, monthly scheduling" mechanism for food safety management, requiring food safety personnel to undergo at least 40 hours of training annually [4][5]. - Non-compliance with the established food safety management system may result in penalties, including warnings, fines, suspension of operations, or revocation of licenses [5]. Group 4: Industry Impact - The new regulations are expected to enhance the precision of food safety management, targeting issues like "ghost takeout" businesses that operate without physical establishments [6][7]. - The shift from a "rough" to a "refined" regulatory approach aims to prevent food safety risks by solidifying the responsibilities of platform enterprises and online food sales companies [7].

Core Viewpoint - The recent issuance of the "Opinions on Further Strengthening the Whole-Chain Supervision of Food Safety" aims to establish a robust collaborative regulatory mechanism to ensure food safety from production to consumption [1] Group 1: Regulatory Measures - The "Opinions" propose 21 specific measures across 8 areas to address issues in the supervision of food safety throughout the entire supply chain, from agricultural production to consumer sales [1] - Emphasis is placed on enhancing inspection and quarantine for meat products, including the establishment of an information system for slaughter inspection and the promotion of paperless certification for meat quality [1][2] - A new transportation regulation for bulk liquid food is to be established, which includes defining safety standards for vehicles and issuing transportation permits to ensure dedicated use [2] Group 2: Online Food Sales Regulation - The "Opinions" require online food sales platforms to take responsibility for food safety, including the establishment of dedicated safety management teams and strict vetting of food producers [2][3] - There is a focus on the governance of new online food sales models, such as live streaming and community group buying, with a call for collaboration among various regulatory departments to monitor and address food safety issues [3] - The document emphasizes the need for strict penalties for violations, including both administrative and criminal consequences for illegal activities in food sales [3]