Taiwan Imports Include Beef Organs And Sprouting Potatoes

Taiwan has fully opened its borders to imports of US pork, beef, and even sprouted potatoes. A commentator noted that standards for pork imports may be relaxed, similar to recent changes regarding potato imports. Taiwanese lawmakers are debating the relaxation of food safety standards for imported pork, which may mirror existing protocols for potatoes. A Taiwanese food processor noted that while the country primarily relies on domestic production for items like sausage and dumplings, imports from the US have been a mainstay. The producer expressed that they do not fear an expansion of imports following the ART agreement. They requested that the government allow consumers the choice between domestic and imported pork. The discussion occurred amid upcoming year-end elections.