AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCost-of-living food access: Malaysia’s Menu RAHMAH is gaining traction, with 3,210 food and beverage premises registered as operators as of July, led by food stalls/food courts (1,016), as the government pushes more menu options via “Jom Cari Menu RAHMAH” and expands its lower-price MADANI RAHMAH Sales Programme. Public health & drinks: Hong Kong’s health authorities urged people to avoid heat illness during very hot weather, stressing hydration and warning that caffeine and alcohol can worsen dehydration. Nutrition & consumer habits: A new study links regular orange juice intake to changes in gene activity in immune cells, pointing to potential effects on blood pressure, inflammation and blood sugar. Regional trade friction: Rwanda’s suspension of alcoholic products from Kenya and Uganda is sparking an East African Community dispute, with Uganda and Kenya arguing the goods meet harmonised standards. Food safety enforcement: Restaurant inspections in the U.S. flagged issues ranging from rodent droppings and damaged ceiling tiles to improper cooling, missing labels and handwashing violations. Local food culture: Hyderabad’s Roastery Coffee House and Manam Chocolate Karkhana are expanding with new outlets and themed offerings, betting on specialty coffee and chocolate experiences. Community food sharing: Visakhapatnam inaugurated 24/7 community fridges to cut food waste and route surplus food to people in need.
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