Government Initiatives to Safeguard National Products in Iraq
Overview of Measures
Hammoudi Al-Lami, the Prime Minister’s Adviser for Industry, Development, and the Private Sector, has outlined key government initiatives aimed at enhancing the protection of national products and curtailing the influx of imported goods within the Iraqi marketplace. In a recent statement, Al-Lami emphasized that consumers are increasingly inclined towards food products manufactured by local companies due to their lack of preservatives commonly found in many imported foodstuffs.
Combatting Fraudulent Goods
To address concerns regarding the integrity of food products, the government has implemented stringent measures to combat the entry of counterfeit and potentially carcinogenic imported materials. This initiative is bolstered by the involvement of security services and specially formed committees tasked with monitoring border exits and domestic markets. The enforcement efforts follow the enactment of the National Product Protection Law No. 11 of 2010, which aims to fortify the national industry.
Enforcement Strategies
Al-Lami detailed the measures in place to bolster the protection of local products, emphasizing the prohibition of adulterated goods lacking proper import documentation. Such goods must pass through the Central Agency for Standardization and Quality Control; failure to comply leads to intervention by security services and economic crime units, including the National Security Agency. The objective is to prevent the circulation of non-compliant goods and hold accountable those responsible for their distribution.
Future Considerations
While the government has made significant strides in its protective measures, Al-Lami acknowledged that some procedures require time and ongoing public education to achieve widespread effectiveness.
As the government continues to enhance its focus on safeguarding domestic manufacturing and production, local consumers can expect increased support for national products and a reduction in the prevalence of substandard imports.
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