THE WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) SUMMARY OF THE 77th GENERAL SESSION

摘要

The 77th General Session of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) was held May 24 to 29, 2009, in Paris, France. The International Committee meeting was attended by 159 delegates of the 174 Member countries and Territories, as well as observers from more than 30 regional and international organizations. Ministers of Agriculture from ten Member countries attended the opening ceremonies. The OIE has been recognized by the World Trade Organization as the standard setting body for animal health.As such, the OIE develops and establishes the health standards for the safe trade of animals and animal products and makes recommendations for the overall well-being of animals.