♦ India has secured a unanimous mandate for a fresh term on the Executive Committee of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CCEXEC), reaffirming its leadership role in shaping global food standards at the 48th session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC48). The re-election extends India’s representation for the Asia region until the end of CAC50 in 2027, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said.

♦ Led by Rajit Punhani, Chief Executive Officer of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the Indian delegation included officials from the Health Ministry and technical bodies. According to the ministry, India’s mandate highlighted its commitment to collaborative food governance, with a sharper focus on efficiency, data systems, and equitable global standards.