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World Food Safety Day is observed on June 7 every year. In which year did the United Nations General Assembly declare June 7 as the World Food Safety Day?

World Food Safety Day is observed on June 7 every year. In which year did the United Nations General Assembly declare June 7 as the World Food Safety Day? Correct Answer 2018

  • World Food Safety Day is observed on June 7 every year.
  • In 2018, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 7 as the World Food Safety Day.
  • The day draws global attention to the health consequences of contaminated food and water.
  • Through this Day, the WHO is pursuing its efforts to integrate food safety into the public agenda and globally reduce the burden of foodborne diseases. 

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