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Chef arrested from deadly food poisoning case
A food safety scandal at Polam Kopitiam in Taipei’s Xinyi district leads to the arrest of a substitute chef surnamed Hu. The incident involves violations of food safety laws and involuntary manslaughter, with the deceased testing positive for bongkrekic acid. The founder and representative of the restaurant attend a meeting with Taipei’s Department of Legal Affairs, urging customers who dined between March 17 and 25 to monitor their health.2024/03/29 09:53 -
Taiwan to set up food safety fund: Premier Chen
Premier Chen Chien-jen announces plans for a "Food Safety Integration Conference" and a "Food Safety Protection Fund" following a food safety event involving Sudan Red chili powder. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive review of current systems, including border inspections, post-market auditing, autonomous management reporting, and track and trace systems to ensure food safety. The government has implemented 100% inspection on imported dry chili and chili powder and calls for strengthened post-market management by food industries. Premier Chen highlights the collaboration between government, industry, and public to enhance food safety management efficiency.2024/03/14 15:58