Beverages
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Poland proposes higher sugar tax on sweetened beverages, energy drinks and juice-based products
Poland plans to expand its sugar tax from 2027, targeting more beverages and energy drinks, while industry groups warn the proposals could raise prices and hurt manufacturers.
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Pernod Ricard withdraws Court challenge against India’s US$314M tax demand
Pernod Ricard has withdrawn its legal challenge against India’s US$314 million tax demand and will instead pursue a statutory appeal in the ongoing Scotch whisky import dispute.
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Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian imports over alcohol restrictions
New US tariffs targeting Canadian imports aim to pressure provinces to reverse restrictions on American alcoholic beverages amid an escalating bilateral trade dispute.
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So Good Soju expands into Karnataka with five new flavours
So Good Soju has entered Karnataka with five new flavours as it accelerates expansion across India’s fast-growing market for Korean-inspired, low-alcohol beverages.
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Refresco appoints Minsok Pak as President and Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer
The former CJ CheilJedang Foods CEO will lead Refresco’s global strategy, M&A and transformation initiatives as the beverage manufacturer accelerates expansion.