The increased risk of coronary heart disease morbidity and mortality associated with the intake of trans fatty acids compels World health leaders to propose the WHO Validation Programme for Trans Fat Elimination. 

The member states that meet the criteria set by WHO will receive a Validation certificate and will be recognized publicly for the steps taken to eliminate industrially processed foods from national food supplies. 

The applications are to be submitted by 19th May 2023. 

WHO urges countries to: revisit their best practice policies if already present place their statement of interest if they are yet to implement in 2023 take action if no step has been taken as of yet.