BY: CHIOMA MADONNA NDUKWU
A state-run newspaper revealed that fuel tankers, without proper cleaning, were used to transport cooking oil, implicating major firms like Sinograin and Hopefull Grain and Oil Group.
The Beijing News exposé has sparked widespread anger and calls for accountability. Authorities are investigating, as fears rise over potentially toxic oil reaching consumers. Social media discussions have surged, with the hashtag #edibleoil gaining over 16 million views on Weibo.
This scandal, echoing past food safety crises, comes days before a key Chinese Communist Party meeting, increasing pressure on the government to address public safety concerns. Shares in implicated companies have dropped, highlighting the economic impact of the scandal. The incident underscores ongoing challenges in China’s food safety regulations and enforcement.
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