APLAC MRA (Mutual Recognition Arrangement)

The APLAC MRA, or Asia-Pacific Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation Mutual Recognition Arrangement, is an agreement among laboratories in the Asia-Pacific region. It allows member countries to recognize and accept each other's accredited testing and calibration results. This means that if a lab is accredited in one country, its results can be trusted by other countries in the arrangement without needing additional testing. The goal is to facilitate international trade and ensure quality and reliability in laboratory services across borders, making it easier for businesses to operate globally.