MFDA to fine inspectors up to MVR 100,000

1 week ago

A new regulation has been drafted to impose fines of up to MVR 100,000 on food inspectors who violate professional and ethical standards.  The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) has formulated a regulation outlining the responsibilities, conduct requirements and enforcement powers of food inspectors.  Under the regulation, inspectors are responsible for ensuring that food imports, exports and all establishments involved in