The Malaysian Department of Agriculture has officially communicated the phytosanitary requirements and production areas for Peruvian Hass avocados to allow for immediate entry into the country after over 10 years of negotiations. This achievement was made possible through coordinated work between the Foreign Ministry, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the private sector. Peru, the second largest exporter of avocados and asparagus, has increased its avocado exports by 9% in the first nine months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, with shipments reaching 36 markets worldwide.