Announcement of the 288th Meeting of the Animal Health Pharmaceutical Committee
The Food Safety Commission (FSC) is set to hold the 288th meeting of the Animal Health Pharmaceutical Committee, scheduled for June 29, 2023, from 14:00 to 15:00. This meeting will occur in the second conference room of the FSC, located in the Toranomon Arseata Tower in Minato, Tokyo, and will also be available via a web conferencing system.
Meeting Agenda
The primary focus of the meeting will be:
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Health Impact Assessment of Animal Pharmaceuticals: The key topic will include a thorough evaluation concerning the pharmaceutical Chloramphenicol and its implications for food health safety. This discussion aims to provide insights and data crucial for ensuring the safety of animal-related medicines.
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Other Business: Additional discussions may take place, revolving around pertinent topics in animal health regulations and practices.
Participation Details
Observers and Viewers
The public is encouraged to participate. The session will be streamed live, making it accessible to anyone interested. For those wishing to attend in person or watch online, registration is required by June 26, 2023, at noon via the Official Opinion Registration System of the Cabinet Office. Participants who register for online viewing will receive an URL necessary for accessing the stream by June 29 at noon.
In-Person Attendance
Seating for in-person attendance is limited. Therefore, the allocation of seats will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Those able to attend will receive a notification by June 26, 2023, by 18:00 at the registered email address. The lecture will start promptly at 13:55, and latecomers may not be allowed entry. For those unable to secure a seat, the streaming URL will still be provided for viewing the meeting.
Documentation and Resources
Attendees can refer to the documentation that will be made available on the FSC's website before the meeting. This documentation will include materials relevant to the health impacts and safety research, which support the ongoing efforts of the committee.
Note: Recording, shooting, or screen capturing during the streaming of the meeting is strictly prohibited.
Media Inquiries
Members of the media wishing to cover the event should follow the same registration process. They must indicate their name, company, and number of attendees, along with requests for photo or video opportunities at the start of the meeting. However, filming will only be permitted at the beginning of the session.
For any further information or inquiries, members of the press can contact the relevant department at the Food Safety Commission, specifically the Evaluation Division, Second Section. Key contacts include Goto, Morimoto, and Tsuruga, reachable at the provided phone numbers.
Contact Details
Food Safety Commission of Japan
- - Location: 2-2-3 Toranomon, Minato, Tokyo 105-0001
- - Phone: 03-6234-1166
- - Fax: 03-3584-7390
- - Corporate Number: 2000012010019
Stay tuned for more updates regarding this important gathering aimed at enhancing food safety standards relating to animal pharmaceuticals. The efforts made by the FSC in these discussions are vital for maintaining public health and safety standards in veterinary medicine.