AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFront-of-pack nutrition labels: Malaysia’s Health Ministry is considering an A-to-D grading system for packaged food and drinks, aiming to roll it out by year-end to steer consumers and push reformulation. Palm oil demand: India is stepping up palm oil buying after New Delhi cut import duties, with refiners and downstream buyers replenishing inventories ahead of Diwali and wedding season. Singapore recycling push: Singapore’s beverage container return scheme is fully live from Oct 1, with early reports of smoother reverse-vending returns as more cans and bottles carry the deposit barcode. Coffee expansion in Asia: DFI Retail Group says it will grow Starbucks across Vietnam and Thailand and expand store numbers after taking over the licensed business spanning seven markets. Rice inflation in Indonesia: Indonesia’s rice prices stayed in focus as September inflation continued, with rice a key driver in both monthly and annual figures. Armenia food exports hit by Russia: Russia’s import restrictions on Armenian produce are squeezing exports, with exporters now scrambling for European buyers. Thailand cocktail scene: Hyderabad’s cocktail culture is finally taking off, with more bars making national lists as licensing norms ease.
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