China has imposed a ban on the import of Taiwan's grouper fish, following the detection of banned chemical substances in samples. This development is seen as a significant setback for Taiwan's fishing industry, prompting efforts to diversify export markets and stimulate local demand. Premier Su Tseng-chang, in an effort to mitigate the impact, is encouraging Taiwanese consumers to buy local grouper and emphasizing the need for China to adhere to international trade standards. The government is also seeking to offload around 1,000 tons of grouper to international buyers, in addition to promoting domestic consumption to protect local fishermen.