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What is the role of FAO and WHO in Codex?

FAO and WHO provide expert scientific advice on many aspects of food quality, safety and nutrition relevant to the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission. While not officially part of the Codex Alimentarius Commission structure, the FAO/WHO Expert Consultations provide independent scientific expert advice to the Commission and its specialist Committees and Task Forces. 

Transparency

Codex is financed by all member governments of FAO and WHO. Their contribution is either channeled through their assessed contribution to FAO and to WHO, or through in-kind contribution by [...]

Transparency

FAO and WHO provide expert scientific advice on many aspects of food quality, safety and nutrition relevant to the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission. While not officially part of [...]

Transparency

A wide range of international Non-governmental Organizations, representing consumers, universities and scientists, industry …, can take part in Codex work and voice their views. Over 160 international Non-governmental Organizations representing [...]

Transparency

Member States and International Organizations engage in Codex food safety standard making activities through different channels and in different manners in order to achieve their respective interests. As one of [...]