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      <image:caption><![CDATA[FAO and WHO cultivated meat report, Kraft Heinz Indonesia investment, Singapore's Nutri-Grade and more feature in this edition of Hot Right Now. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Parle, Gladful, local millet safety standards and more feature in this edition of India Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[While the industry acknowledges a common language is necessary, there were differing views on defining the product © Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Middle East alternative protein sector will need to work towards gaining regulatory acceptance and improved product accessibility to overcome challenges. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Magic Valley, Fonterra, Nutri V and more brands from Oceania feature in this edition of ANZ Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Indonesia has its eye on expanding meat exports to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia where it hopes its halal certifications will appeal to consumers on their pilgrimages. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/05/02/the-top-10-most-read-apac-food-and-beverage-industry-stories-in-april-2023/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in April 2023. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The South Korea government is working with 15 big local food brands to develop more food products using rice flour as a wheat replacement. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The creation of alcoholic beverages with a focus on refreshing or fruity flavours is increasingly dominating new product innovation. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singapore Nutri-Grade system, Nestle Malaysia ESG strategy, Thailand curcumin study and more feature in this edition of ASEAN Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[A new scientific report highlighting the success of South Korea’s national senior-friendly food industry strategy claims the initiative can improve frailty, nutrition, and malnutrition rates. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nutri V upcycled snacks, Junlebao probiotic yoghurt, better-for-you rice noodle innovation and more feature in this edition of Healthier Choices. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/04/18/nestle-del-monte-weigh-impact-of-food-affordability-vs-nutrition-education/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[An expert panel with food industry heavyweights Nestle and Fresh Del Monte have highlighted the impact that nutritional education and product affordability have on encouraging ‘informed’ consumer purchasing decisions. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Japan’s annual Dietary Habits and Lifestyle Survey has revealed that affordability and local production are the factors holding the most sway over local consumer purchasing decisions. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Alternative protein 'obsession', plant-based for the elderly, Aleph's Singapore launch and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/04/10/the-top-10-most-read-apac-food-and-beverage-industry-stories-in-march-2023/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Here's a recap of our 10 most-read F&B stories in March 2023. ]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/04/03/Mondelez-snacking-insights-Brand-familiarity-and-indulgence-crucial-drivers-for-AMEA-industry-growth/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Mondelez International says the familiarity of brands as well as consumer demand for indulgence in their daily diets are key drivers for snack market growth in AMEA. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[ASEAN-EU potential trade war, Oceania caffeine concerns, palm oil sustainability and more feature in this edition of Hot Right Now. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/03/29/Nestle-Suntory-among-coffee-brands-highlighting-localisation-and-RTD-innovation-as-key-drivers/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nestle, Suntory among coffee brands highlighting localisation and RTD innovation as key drivers. ]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/03/28/tea-is-trending-but-novel-innovation-needed-to-entice-younger-consumers-unilever-asahi-yate-insights/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tea-based beverages are emerging as a growing trend in APAC, but manufacturers need to integrate novelty and excitement into their beverage innovation. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2023/03/27/dubai-authorities-highlight-commercial-ease-and-political-stability-to-lure-food-manufacturing-investment/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Leaders in Dubai are looking to position the city as the main food hub in the region, calling for more investment from international food firms and claiming its ‘political stability and ease of doing business’ are major draws. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Clean label flavours, sugar-free fruit juices, lacking dietary supplement education for athletes and more feature in this edition of Middle East Focus. ©Getty Images]]></image:caption>
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