The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology(KAUST) organize their first joint international conference titled “Trends in Microbiome and Digital One Health” to be held from October 30th -November 1st, 2023, at KAUST, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Distinguished speakers from around the world and local experts will convene over a span of three days to explore the latest research encompassing the diverse aspects of Microbiome and One Health.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) intensified its field tours during the Hajj season this year 1444 AH, to inspect factories, warehouses, and food and water distribution centers in Makkah and Madinah, in order to ensure food safety and monitor any practices that may affect the safety of pilgrims. The authority also works in cooperation with the joint committees of the participating government agencies, to contribute to providing ideal conditions for the pilgrims to perform their rituals.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA), and Malaysia, represented by Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) in the field of mutual recognition of Halal Certificates for local products manufactured in both countries.

A recent report issued by the World Health Organization indicated that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is among the top countries in the world in reducing salt consumption, and the first in the Arab world and in the region in enacting legislation and measures to reduce excessive consumption of salt with the aim of improving the nutritional value of food products and promoting nutrition patterns in society to maintain citizen health. and resident.

H.E. CEO of Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), Dr. Hisham bin Saad Aljadhey extended his thanks to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister after the Cabinet's approval of the memorandum of cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco in the field of recognizing Halal certificates for local products.

Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College (MBSC) of Business & Entrepreneurship and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) announced the launch of the Executive Education Program "Leadership Effectiveness". The program aims to provide the SFDA’s leaders with the global knowledge and experience they need to excel in their roles, contribute to raising their efficiency, ensure food and drug safety procedures and protect the public health in the Kingdom.

His Excellency the CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), Dr. Hisham bin Saad Aljadhey, congratulated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister on the occasion of the Flag Day.

His Excellency the CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), Dr. Hisham bin Saad Aljadhey, met today with the CEOs of food, drug, device and medical supplies companies in Asir region, at the headquarters of the Abha Chamber.

H.E. Dr. Aljadhey thanked the Chamber for organizing the meeting, stressing the Authority's keenness to communicate with the private sector in all regions, to enhance the level of services provided and support investment.