India and EU Aim to Align Food Safety Rules with WTO Standards in Proposed Trade Agreement

India and the European Union are working towards aligning their food and plant safety regulations with World Trade Organization (WTO) standards as part of a proposed free trade agreement. According to Jin10, the draft agreement also seeks to streamline certification and auditing procedures. This move is expected to facilitate smoother trade relations between the two regions by ensuring compliance with international norms. The alignment with WTO standards is seen as a step towards enhancing trade efficiency and reducing barriers in the agricultural sector.