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Switzerland: Summary of WTO Biotechnology Seminar

The third annual Post-organized biotechnology seminar entitled “Biotechnology and Sustainable Agricultural Production” was held June 13, 2017 at the WTO.
This report provides technical import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products currently required by the Government of Kenya (GOK)...
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Italy: Italian Agricultural Research System Overview

In Italy, there are three main players involved in the national agricultural research system: the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies; the Ministry of Education, University, and....
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Germany: German Parliament against Cloning

The German Parliaments has unanimously voted against the cloning of animals on May 8. 2015.
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Germany: GMO-Free Conference in Berlin

The international conference “GMO-free Europe – Future Opportunities and Challenges” took place in Berlin May 6-8, 2015.
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Turkey: Agricultural Biotechnology Annual

Turkey’s Biosafety Law (Law), published in March 2010, continues to cause substantial harm to Turkey’s agriculture and food sectors.
Turkey's Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock (MinFAL) discontinued the requirement for importers to provide a certificate for biotech-free enzymes.
Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) held “expert meetings” with stakeholders to discuss proposed GE labeling requirements.
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United Arab Emirates: Exporter Guide

The 4 GCC countries, along with Saudi Arabic and Bahrain comprise the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) allow the importation of genetically engineered food products of plant origin.