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Malaysia Boosts US Poultry Imports After Trade Deal

1/3/2026

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Malaysia will receive increased American poultry shipments after a trade agreement with the United States was signed in October.
The agreement reduces tariffs on Malaysian goods and allows more US exports.
The USA Poultry and Egg Export Council claims the agreement reflects confidence in US product safety.
Janice, a food entrepreneur in Kuala Lumpur, notes she prefers locally raised poultry and that US chicken lacks hygiene compared to Malaysian options.
The agreement follows Malaysia's prior ban on US poultry due to avian flu concerns.

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Story summary

Malaysia will receive increased American poultry shipments after a trade agreement with the United States was signed in October.
The agreement reduces tariffs on Malaysian goods and allows more US exports.
The USA Poultry and Egg Export Council claims the agreement reflects confidence in US product safety.
Janice, a food entrepreneur in Kuala Lumpur, notes she prefers locally raised poultry and that US chicken lacks hygiene compared to Malaysian options.
The agreement follows Malaysia's prior ban on US poultry due to avian flu concerns.