The Malaysian Government has agreed to allow the hiring of additional foreign workers for the bird's nest industry, specifically to clean raw swiftlet’s nests, to overcome the labour shortage facing the industry, according to the country's Minister of Agriculture and Food Industries Ronald Kiandee.
Malaysia has called for stronger efforts and cooperation in food security among the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) countries to face post-COVID-19 challenges.
A bowl of instant “pho”, made by the Vietnam Food Industries JSC (VIFON) on the occasion of 55th anniversary of the firm, was recognised by the Guinness World Record as the world’s largest of its kind on July 21.
Ho Chi Minh City is enacting policies to aid businesses in the supporting industry by encouraging investment, networking between firms and banks, and creating special zones.
The 7th Vietnam International Cashew Conference is set to take place in the southern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City from November 22-24, according to the Sai Gon Giai Phong newspaper