H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), conducted a series of strategic bilateral meetings with international regulatory counterparts on the sidelines of the 7th International Heads of Food Agencies Forum (IHFAF) in Auckland.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) recently showcased its efforts in supporting the research, development, and innovation (RDI) at the World Creativity and Innovation Day Exhibition. Hosted by King Saud University’s Innovation Center at Entrepreneurship Institute, the event—themed “Innovate Today… to Shape the Impact of Tomorrow”—was held from 21 to 23 April 2026.

The CEO of the SFDA, H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, held an extensive virtual meeting with over 220 representatives from companies operating in the food, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors. The meeting focused on ways to strengthen supply chain resilience. The President of Mawani, Eng. Suliman bin Khalid Al-Mazroua; the Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at Saudia Cargo, Mr. Hashim Alsharif; and representatives from several relevant government entities attended the meeting.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Innovation Club to drive digital transformation. The agreement aims to strengthen integration in e-service development, optimize user experience, and support innovation.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), represented by the National Nutrition Committee (NNC), has officially launched the Saudi Food Composition Database. Developed in collaboration with the Health Sector Transformation Program, this strategic initiative aims to empower researchers, healthcare practitioners, and the general public to make informed, health-conscious dietary choices.

H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), on his own behalf and on behalf of all SFDA staff, extended his warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and H.R.H Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister—may Allah protect them—and to the Saudi people, on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH. 

H.R.H. Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Madinah Region, received the CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, at the Governorate headquarters.

The CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, expressed his deep gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and H.R.H Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for their generous donations to the sixth edition of the National Charity Campaign.

Operating under a comprehensive plan for the holy month of Ramadan, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has strengthened the inspection teams’ efforts across all regions of the Kingdom. This initiative aims to enhance regulatory compliance among establishments under its supervision and verify that products meet quality and safety standards, thereby protecting consumers and limiting the circulation of non-compliant products.

During a field visit to the Madinah region, H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), inspected several factories and warehouses specializing in the preparation, processing, and storage of meals for pilgrims and visitors to the Two Holy Mosques. The visit is part of the SFDA's intensive preparations for the upcoming holy month of Ramadan.