As the food and beverage industry in the Asia-Pacific region enters 2026, several regulatory updates and policy shifts are expected to have significant business impact. From stricter certification mandates to changing nutritional and tax policies, companies will need to adapt strategies to stay compliant and competitive. 1. Indonesia’s Halal Certification Mandate Continues to Expand Indonesia …
AL-BAIK double brand launch marks a significant milestone for Albaik Foods Corporation Pvt Ltd as it unveils two entirely in-house fried chicken brands—Crikken® and Cook-du-Coo®. The launch reflects the company’s belief that innovation and segmentation are critical to building sustainable, scalable food brands in India’s fast-evolving quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. Importantly, the company clarified that …
Luxury fashion house Prada has begun 2026 with a high-profile fragrance launch—but not without controversy. Prada Infusion de Santal Chai, the latest addition to its Les Infusions de Prada fragrance line, debuted globally on January 5 and has already sparked intense discussion across social media and fragrance communities. Positioned as a winter-ready scent, the perfume …
