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Vietnam's booming durian exports face scrutiny as authorities investigate corruption in certification systems. A crackdown on fraudulent growing area codes threatens the industry, prompting calls for digital overhauls and stronger governance.
Vietnam has detained its deputy agriculture minister and three other officials in a widening corruption investigation centred on illegal certification practices for durian shipments to China, Vietnam's dominant export market.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledges to address declining Malaysian durian prices during his upcoming China visit, seeking to expand market access and support struggling domestic growers facing an oversupply crisis.
Thailand's fresh durian exports to China exceeded THB100 billion in the first half of 2026, marking a record achievement. The surge reflects systematic quality improvements and stricter enforcement across the supply chain, with annual targets set at THB150 billion.