The project will also provide training for delegates of large companies on how to make business with SMEs.
Elsalvador.com published statements by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) representative in the country, Jessica Faieta: "The team in charge of the project is located in the offices of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry... UNDP will provide $1 million to start the project".
Source: elsalvador.com
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December 2011
The Ministry of Economy has launched a National Quality Policy which aims to turn El Salvador into a more competitive country.
A press release from the Ministry of Economy reads:
Economy Minister Hector Dada Hirezi launched this December 13 the National Quality Policy, the aim of which is not only to make a difference by turning El Salvador into a more competitive country, but also one where consumers get higher levels of respect in relation to the supply of goods and services.
July 2010
The European Union and Salvadoran government have joined forces to set up a National Quality System.
The aim is to implement a system that guarantees the quality of products manufactured in El Salvador through a law to be approved by the Legislative Assembly.
This system was developed by the Vice Ministry of Cooperation in development and the Economy Minister and will have a budget of 12.1 million euros provided by the EU over four years.
May 2009
The National Quality System Law that was recently approved by Congress strengthens companies in the area of certification.
What stands out the most in the new law, which was drafted with the support of specialists from the Institute of Metrology of Germany, is the creation of the Quality Institute, forcing the state to allocate funds for the development of metrology, accreditation and standardization mechanisms.
July 2011
The National Assembly has passed a law that will regulate the quality, size and weight of products sold.
In order to standardize the quality of the products that Salvadorans buy and adapt to international standards, the Legislature has approved the "Law for the creation of a Salvadoran Quality System."
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