Sugar & Confectionery – Trade & Market Updates
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Uganda challenges Kenya’s 300% excise duty hike on imported sugar
Ugandan sugar producers are seeking urgent government intervention after Kenya increased excise duty on imported sugar, warning the measure threatens regional trade and export competitiveness.
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Philippines Sugar Producers welcome SRA order tightening rules on bioethanol feedstock imports
The new SRA order requires National Biofuels Board approval for imported sugar-derived bioethanol feedstocks, a move welcomed by domestic sugar producers.
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Chocolat Rouge begins production as Cameroon boosts local cocoa processing
The FCFA 40 billion Chocolat Rouge project has entered production, with its first chocolate bars expected to reach the market within weeks.
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Bihar launches sugar industry incentive policy, investment support
Bihar has introduced a comprehensive sugar industry policy offering subsidised land, tax incentives and financial support to attract investment and expand integrated sugar processing.
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Davangere Sugar secures US$100M FCCB approval
The Indian sugar producer plans strategic investments in sugar and ethanol assets while establishing its first overseas subsidiary in the United Kingdom.