in talks: China to Develop a Food Safety Department?

http://usa.chinadaily.com.cn/business/2013-03/05/content_16277008.htm

wow.  It took me three years as a triple major to realize that I could combine all of my interests by studying food policy in China.  IF a food & health agency were to be created by the CCP within the next year,  and IF I get into my study abroad program, I could use my entire senior year to write my thesis on the implementation process of this agency.  I don't think I can express how excited I am!!!

China currently does not have an agency that is dedicated to food and drug safety.  There are 13 other agencies taking care of these duties, but divvying up responsibilities often causes confusion and miscommunication.  Food contamination and health scandals have plagued China for decades.  It is great to see that after SO many deaths and illnesses caused by contaminated foods, the CCP is finally taking action and making an effort to clean up their image.

I know this probably doesn't interest anybody but me, BUT this is really exciting for me on so many levels!