Recovery in bluefin tuna stocks brings new headaches for Japan
SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026
While bluefin tuna stocks have recovered from overfishing-caused plunges under international fishing management, a surge in the population is causing new problems in Japan.
Japanese panel proposes food tax cuts to fulfil campaign pledge
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
A suprapartisan commission has suggested lowering the consumption tax to one per cent as an interim measure to combat rising inflation and support households.
Thai FDA warns over 20 illegal meatball and Vietnamese pork loaf brands
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
The FDA urged consumers and sellers to check the 20 listed meatball and moo yor (Vietnamese pork loaf) products after officials seized 10,416 bags in Pathum Thani.
Takaichi weighs two-year 1 per cent food tax cut from next April
TUESDAY, JUNE 02, 2026
Japan’s government is studying a temporary food tax reduction while weighing register upgrade costs, funding hurdles and calls for a refundable credit.
Asia's Food Revolution: Ten Trends Reshaping the Region's F&B Market in 2026
SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026
From gut health to cultural heritage, a sweeping new report from THAIFEX – Anuga Asia reveals how Asian consumers now demand far more than flavour from their food