Malaysia on Tuesday partially lifted a ban on chicken exports it had imposed to curb domestic shortages, but it sparked protests in Singapore over higher prices.
Malaysian authorities have allowed the export of outdoor-raised chickens and “black chickens”, a breed that attracts gourmets, to resume, following a decision by the Veterinary Services Authority seen by AFP, but this does not include chickens. grown in the poultry industry and make up the bulk of sales.
Thus, the effect of the decision is limited to deliveries to a neighboring country.
Malaysian chicken exports were about 3.6 million a month when the ban went into effect on June 1.
The decision was influenced by Singapore, which is heavily dependent on its Malaysian neighbor for food, including about a third of its chicken needs.
Like many countries, Malaysia faced a sharp rise in prices, especially for food, which prompted it to take this protectionist measure.
Other countries have taken similar measures, including India, which has suspended wheat exports, and Indonesia, which has suspended palm oil exports.
