DODOMA, June 5 -- THE government has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting the production of internationally competitive ‘Made in Tanzania products, as part of efforts to penetrate regional and global markets.

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa gave the assurance yesterday in Dodoma while laying the foundation stone for the ongoing construction of Viwango House, a new facility under the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS).

The Premier stressed that for Tanzanian products to thrive on the global stage and ensure consumer safety, TBS must play a central role in verifying that goods and production processes conform to international standards.

He also urged TBS to intensify inspections of imported goods to safeguard the country from becom...