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Ensuring the highest level of consumer and patient safety is a critical objective for governments in the Middle East, Mediterranean and Africa (MEMA).

Improving traceability of products, such as food, drugs, and apparel—across the supply chain—is key to achieving this objective. By allowing and recommending the use of GS1 global standards, regulatory authorities are establishing efficient and globally-harmonised national traceability systems.

Learn more about Middle East, Mediterranean and Africa legislation and how we can work together to achieve your public policy goals.

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Complying with Saudi Arabian requirements for drug identification and traceability
Case Study: Complying with Saudi Arabian requirements for drug identification and traceability

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA)’s objective is to ensure safety of human and veterinary food and drugs, safety of biological and chemical substances as well as electronic products.