The countries that banned the entry of meat from Brazil due to cases of "mad cow"

Published 2021년 9월 20일

Tridge summary

Two cases of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE, or 'mad cow' disease) in Brazil have led to the suspension of animal protein purchases from the country by several countries, including China, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, and Russia. These countries account for 55% of Brazil's protein exports. Despite assurances from the World Organization for Animal Health, these countries have imposed bans, with China likely to extend the ban. The impact on exports is significant, with China receiving 48% of Brazil's meat shipments. However, not all countries have imposed bans, with Hong Kong, the US, Chile, the Philippines, and the UAE still accepting Brazilian meat.
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Following the discovery of two cases of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in two Brazilian states, countries other than the People's Republic of China have announced their decision to suspend purchases of animal protein from the world's largest meat producer. Although trade relations between Brazil and China were expected to be reestablished last week, Australia's ABC portal revealed that things have gotten worse as other countries have decided to restrict the purchase of Brazilian meat. In addition to the second largest economy in the world, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran and Russia announced the interruption of the usual purchases of beef from the South American country. (Read: Possible case of ‘mad cow’ in Brazil would affect its exports) These six countries represent 55% of Brazil's protein exports. Although it was believed that China would resume imports, meat industry analyst Simon Quilty said it is now unlikely because other countries have stopped purchases. ...
Source: MXContexto

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