AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoJapan Food Policy: Japan approved a two-year cut to its food consumption tax to 1% from April 2027, with extra support to make it effectively zero for low- and middle-income earners. F&B Growth: Japan’s food exports hit a record 897.7 billion yen in H1 2026, led by green tea and yellowtail, with the US the biggest market. Beer & Branding: AB InBev launched “Cheers to beer” ahead of International Beer Day, backed by research showing beer still dominates alcohol choices globally. Bubble Tea Deal: Bain Capital is buying Gong cha from TA Associates, aiming to accelerate growth with direct franchising and operational upgrades. Food Safety Crackdown: Maharashtra banned analogue/non-dairy paneer for one year, citing non-conforming samples and public health concerns. Hospitality & Dining: Sydney opened Aenza, a Japanese wine bar in a heritage Darlinghurst building, while Beijing’s JW Marriott ran a 12-day “Flavors of East Java” Indonesian culinary festival. Workplace Heat: South Korea companies are extending rest breaks and cooling access as record heat raises workplace injury risks.
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