Regulatory & Govt. Policy
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Senegal warns against illegal water, beverage sachets
Authorities are stepping up inspections and enforcement as Senegal targets illegally produced beverage sachets posing public health and environmental risks.
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Australia makes seafood country of origin labelling mandatory for hospitality businesses
Businesses have a 12 month transition period before full compliance is enforced.
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Maharashtra bans sale of high-caffeine energy drinks within 500 metres of schools to protect children’s health
Authorities will intensify inspections, test beverage samples and crack down on misleading promotions as Maharashtra strengthens food safety enforcement around schools.
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Colombia declares coffee national beverage as Congress backs coffee growers and domestic consumption
The new law recognizes coffee as Colombia’s national beverage, strengthening support for growers while promoting domestic consumption, sustainability and the country’s global coffee identity.
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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.