Food Safety, Regulatory & Policy

The European Union has agreed on stricter labelling rules for plant-based products, limiting the use of certain meat-associated words. The decision follows years of debate among lawmakers, producers, and farming groups.

China’s updated fisheries legislation introduces stricter rules on illegal fishing and aquaculture practices. The law comes into effect on May 1.

Project will concentrate on small pelagic species such as sardines and anchovies amid declining landings

Authorities seek evidence on disease control and potential trade implications

Ghana introduces new border controls banning land transit of key imported goods to prevent revenue leakages and curb smuggling through abuse of the transit trade regime.