New Delhi, October 18, 2024 – In an effort to bolster international cooperation in critical sectors, Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, the CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), met with Shri Piyush Goyal, India's Minister of Industry and Commerce, during his visit to New Delhi for the 19th Annual Meeting of the International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities. The meeting was a key opportunity to explore new avenues of collaboration between Saudi Arabia and India in the fields of food safety, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and supplies.
The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between the SFDA and Indian companies that specialize in these areas. Both parties expressed mutual interest in aligning regulatory frameworks to ensure that products meet the highest international standards. Dr. Aljadhey emphasized the importance of cooperation with India, a global leader in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, to strengthen regulatory practices that prioritize the safety, efficacy, and quality of pharmaceutical products on a global scale.
Dr. Aljadhey also highlighted the importance of international regulatory alignment, noting that such cooperation is essential for ensuring that all stakeholders—from manufacturers to regulators—are working towards the shared goal of safeguarding public health. By fostering closer ties with India, Saudi Arabia aims to improve its regulatory oversight in areas such as food safety and medical devices, benefiting consumers and advancing public health initiatives both domestically and globally.
The meeting reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to building strong international partnerships in the fields of healthcare and food regulation. Both Saudi and Indian officials affirmed their commitment to continued dialogue and cooperation, with a view toward creating shared frameworks that ensure the quality and safety of food and medical supplies.
This interaction between the SFDA and India’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce represents a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations, while also supporting broader efforts to meet global regulatory standards in the fast-evolving industries of food safety and healthcare.