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Food safety regulation and incidents in China and Taiwan

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Authorities in Keelung, Taiwan, and Beijing, China, initiated targeted food safety inspection campaigns in early September 2026. In Keelung, a cross-departmental task force began auditing school kitchens and meal suppliers, collaborating with neighboring health bureaus to inspect external vendors. Simultaneously, while Beijing’s Dongcheng District launched a rectification campaign against “internet celebrity” foods, using digital monitoring foods to target false advertising and substandard imported products. imports. Following these regulatory efforts, specific food safety incidents were reported at educational institutions. In Wuhan, students at Huazhong University of Science and Technology reported gastrointestinal discomfort after consuming mooncakes from a specific the brand ‘Huangguan Xingfuli’, produced by Wuhan Meilong Crown Food Co., Ltd. The bakery brand. stated it is coordinating with the university, though the specific number of affected students remains undisclosed. In Taiwan, allegations surfaced controversy persists regarding a school lunch at Jinhua Junior High School School. Following reports that reportedly caused students and staff experienced vomiting and diarrhea. While the school principal apologized, diarrhea after consuming squid on September 4, the Taipei City Education Bureau contested claims of widespread food poisoning, and poisoning. While the school principal issued an apology, the incident became has sparked political debate regarding whether the matter is a subject of health concern or political debate. maneuvering. In response to these health concerns and broader supply instabilities, the Taipei City Government has issued a directive to temporarily suspend the supply of cephalopod and crustacean seafood in school lunches. To maintain meal quality, schools are permitted to substitute these items with equivalent proteins, such as fish fillets, pork chops, or chicken legs, following consultation with lunch supply committees.

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