The Government has decided to temporarily suspend the implementation of Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP until April 15, which details several provisions and enforcement measures under the Law on Food Safety.
The decision follows concerns that the decree’s enforcement could disrupt food imports, exports and domestic supply chains.
The suspension also covers Resolution No. 66.13/2026/NQ-CP of the Government on the announcement and registration of food products.
Both legal documents will take effect again from April 15.
During the suspension period, Decree No. 15/2018/NĐ-CP (dated February 2, 2018) and its guiding documents will remain in force, continuing to govern the implementation of food safety regulations.
The temporary halt is intended to give ministries, sectors and local authorities more time to prepare for the rollout of Decree 46, while ensuring smooth production and business operations.
The Government has assigned the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Ministry of Industry and Trade, and Ministry of Finance, along with other relevant agencies and localities, to coordinate preparations to ensure the effective enforcement of Decree 46 and Resolution 66.13 once they come back into force.
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