The Salvadoran Agency for Technical Regulation (OSARTEC), an institution that is part of the National Quality Council, is responsible for raising awareness about Codex Alimentarius standards in El Salvador, and how they protect the health of Salvadorans.

On World Food Safety Day, OSARTEC celebrated its 2nd edition of a World Food Safety Day sports race and this year, combined the observance with celebrations for the 60th anniversary of the Codex Alimentarius Commission, with the support of the International Regional Organization for Agricultural Health (OIRSA). With the motto "Food standards save lives", the race saw the participation of more than 300 Salvadorans.

OSARTEC raises awareness about the importance of participation in the preparation and use of Codex Alimentarius standards, thus protecting the health of Salvadorans and the application of fair practices in the food trade. From the Government of El Salvador, different mechanisms are executed for the production of safe food, improving economic opportunities, facilitating productivity and access to markets.

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