One of the ASEAN Food Safety Policy objectives adopted in 2015 by the Ministerial Bodies responsible for health, trade, and agriculture is to enhance the protection of consumers’ health within the ASEAN Member States. Consumers should have good knowledge and awareness on food safety to protect themselves and their families from unsafe and innutritious food.

Our effort to facilitate food safety for everyone is vital to maintaining and protecting human health, especially in this COVID-19 pandemic situation, which has impacted various essential sectors in our lives, including food security and safety. Therefore, consumer empowerment is a key strategy for food safety throughout the ASEAN Member States for better consumer protection.