September 2024

Malay Mail

With approximately 2.3 million Malaysian adults, or about 10 per cent of the population, living with three non-communicable diseases (NCDs), the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2023 by the Health Ministry underscores the urgent need for dietary awareness. The top four prevalent NCDs — obesity (54.4 per cent), high cholesterol (33.3 per cent), hypertension (29.2 per cent), and diabetes (15.

The Malay Mail Online

Mi Sedaap, also popularly known as Mee Sedap or Mie Sedap, is a beloved instant noodle brand from Indonesia. They have captured the hearts of noodle enthusiasts worldwide with their diverse flavours and unique culinary touches. Known for their high-quality ingredients and distinctive crispy onion toppings, Mi Sedaap offers a delightful taste experience that sets them apart from other brands.

Global New Light Of Myanmar

A total of 1,608 Myanmar food processing companies and factories have submitted over 3,253 applications to the General Administration of Customs […].

FoodNavigator-Asia

Singapore-based HaruPlate aims to fill gaps in the better-for-you snacks category, targeting children’s nutrition needs and parents’ pain points through reformulation of existing products and development of fortified treats.

FoodNavigator-Asia

Singapore insect-based food regulations, AI for safe food grading, South Korea antimicrobial animal exports and more feature in this edition of Safety First.

FoodNavigator-Asia

Singapore-based Flojo believes that it has found a sweet spot in Asia’s beverage market with an AI-powered ‘productivity drink’ targeting consumers who regularly use a lot of brain power.

Food IngredientsFIrst

The Singapore Food Agency’s (SFA) recent permission to import insects and insect products belonging to species of “low regulatory concern” marked a significant chapter in the country’s food sector, which depends highly on food imports.

Straits Times

FairPrice house brand products and consumer brands will also be made available in CFG’s over 700 retail outlets across Thailand.

Vietnam Investment Review

Vietnam has been urged to learn from other countries to prevent a shock to businesses and ensure a balance of interests before it raises taxes on alcohol.

Food Poisoning News

Amendments to Vietnam’s Food Safety Law have been proposed by the country’s Ministry of Health (MOH) to address emerging challenges in food safety management, particularly focusing on small-scale food producers. These changes aim to reduce food poisoning incidents and improve overall food safety standards.

Theinvestor.vn

Japan-based brewing and distilling firm Suntory, a partner in Vietnam-based Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam Beverage Co. Ltd., aims to open a new factory in Vietnam in October 2025.

Retail Asia

Morinaga Nutritional Foods Vietnam (MNFV), a key subsidiary of the Morinaga Milk Industry Group, has launched an array of advanced products tailored for the Vietnamese market. It leverages Morinaga Milk’s extensive experience and advanced technologies to drive market innovation.