Food Safety Crackdown (India): FSSAI clarified its liquor enforcement is aimed at specific manufacturers using “rum/whisky flavour” to mimic standard spirits and at misleading age-related label claims, after earlier reports sparked confusion. Advertising & Claims Enforcement (India): FSSAI also issued a prohibition order against Dabur for “100%” purity/natural claims on multiple food products and flagged alleged misuse of organic logos. Contaminated Supply (China): Regulators launched investigations after reports of excessive antibiotic residues in bullfrog products sold online, including samples exceeding limits and positives for a banned veterinary drug. Protein Market Watch: Whey protein prices have surged in 2026, pushing formulators to seek alternatives as egg prices swing with bird flu risk; fermented egg white protein is emerging as a hedge. Trade & Food Links (Bangladesh–South Korea): A CEPA signed by both countries grants preferential tariff access for most goods, including agricultural items, potentially reshaping regional food trade flows. Industry Events: Seafood Expo Asia (Sept 2–4, Singapore) brings in new national pavilions and first-time exhibitors across four continents. Agri Resilience (Asia): Indonesia set out a policy brief to manage strong El Niño risks, warning drought could hit rice, oil palm and coffee. Food Business Growth (PNG): Goodman Fielder PNG received HACCP certification for its Port Moresby bakery and flour mill operations.