The UK Government plans to expand the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to include sugary milk and plant-based drinks, lowering the sugar threshold from 5.0g to 4.5g per 100ml effective January 1, 2028. This initiative aims to combat childhood obesity, addressing significant health issues and the associated financial burden on the NHS.
Japan has enacted a "food supply emergency measures law" to address rising food costs and supply shortages, allowing the government to direct food producers in response to production declines. This follows significant rice price increases and reflects broader concerns about food security amid climate change and geopolitical instability. Other countries are also urging preparedness for potential food crises.
