A four-day comprehensive capacity-building workshop organised by the Indian Embassy in Bhutan on food import regulations and requirements has concluded today. The workshop was held as a part of awareness sessions led by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. It covered essential aspects of trade policy, regulations, and procedures, with a special focus on agricultural products, processed food items, and timber.

In a statement reflecting optimism about the initiative, Bhutanese Prime Minister Mr Tobgay expressed confidence that the interaction would foster mutual understanding and trust between the two nations. He thanked the Indian Embassy for conducting the workshop.

Recently, India and Bhutan took a significant step to strengthen bilateral ties in food and agricultural product trade by signing an agreement between the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. This agreement aimed to ensure that Bhutanese food and agricultural exports meet India’s safety standards, eliminating the need for double inspection and reducing compliance costs.