Institutional Role and Vision

The Vietnam Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment (VFSA), under the National Institute for Food Control (NIFC), was established pursuant to Decision No. 1936/QD-BYT, issued by the Minister of Health. VFSA envisions becoming:

• A leading institution in food safety risk assessment in Vietnam;
• A regionally and globally recognized center for scientific excellence, innovation, and leadership in risk assessment;
• An active contributor to international food safety networks and global health protection efforts.

Mission and National Commitment
VFSA is dedicated to:

• Enhancing food safety management in Vietnam through science-based risk assessment and evidence-driven policy recommendations;
• Identifying and assessing food-related risks to safeguard public health;
• Aligning with international standards, while ensuring that food in Vietnam is safe, reliable, and resilient for all citizens.

Strategic Priorities (2025–2030)
To realize its vision, VFSA will prioritize:

• Strengthening institutional structure and organizational capacity;
• Enhancing the quality and expertise of human resources through professional development and training;
• Investing in modern infrastructure to support comprehensive risk assessment and monitoring systems;
• Advancing scientific research and evidence synthesis for food safety policymaking and communication.

Core Functions and Responsibilities

• Identify and assess health risks posed by chemical, biological, and other agents in food and related products.
• Provide advisory support for risk management and risk communication regarding food safety.
• Participate in the development of standards and technical regulations.
• Establish a network for collecting and synthesizing information and data.
• Conducting training and fostering domestic and international collaboration on food safety risk assessment in accordance with legal provisions.