EFSA has initiated Focal Points in the Member States who act as an interface between EFSA and the different national food safety authorities, research institutes, consumers and other EFSA-related stakeholders. The key objective for Focal Points is to support their Advisory Forum members. This includes ensuring the exchange of scientific information between EFSA and the Member States, building networks, and raising EFSA’s visibility. Moreover, Focal Points assist in populating a common database of national scientific experts. The nomination of each Focal Point is decided at the national level.
In order to exchange experiences and further develop their networks, the Focal Points meet regularly.
