2. The Session was opened by Dr. Art Olson, President, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, who welcomed the participants and recalled the important role played by the Committee on Food Labelling in international harmonization of food standards. Referring to the recently created Agency as the single federal agency responsible for inspection and quarantine services in Canada, he stressed the need to meet the new challenges regarding food control, including the incorporation of a risk-based approach.
3. The Chairperson informed the Committee of the major conclusions of the Joint FAO/WHO Consultation on Risk Management and Food Safety, 27 to 31 January 1997.
