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Hundreds of Indonesian students have fallen ill from food poisoning linked to President Prabowo Subianto's free meals programme, compounding safety concerns despite a new leadership overhaul aimed at restoring public confidence.
Vietnam's booming durian export sector confronts serious governance challenges as authorities investigate widespread fraud in its growing area certification system, risking market access and industry reputation.
A Michelin-starred South Korean restaurant owner faces one year imprisonment after prosecutors alleged he served black ants atop sorbet to enhance flavour, breaching strict food safety regulations that limit edible insects.
Kelantan will ramp up inspections of food establishments after viral social media posts raised questions about halal standards. The state is investigating allegations involving non-Muslim operators.
Hanoi authorities have charged two businesswomen with smuggling over 10,000 metric tonnes of frozen chicken feet valued at US$13 million. The imported poultry was meant for re-export but was sold illegally on the domestic market instead.
Some beneficiaries of Indonesia's free nutritious meal programme are willing to forgo assistance if it enables the government to address quality shortcomings, as food safety concerns mount across the country.
Penang's health authorities have temporarily closed 177 food establishments after discovering serious hygiene breaches. Pest control failures and poor cleanliness were the primary violations uncovered during a four-month inspection drive.