Japan halts some poultry imports from Brazil after bird flu outbreak

Japan has suspended imports of chicken meat from Brazil’s Montenegro region and live poultry following a bird flu outbreak. This action underscores Japan's reliance on Brazil for chicken supplies, which account for nearly 70% of its poultry imports. The move has led to nationwide trade restrictions in China and could impact other major consumers. As a result, Japan is closely monitoring the situation to ensure stable distribution networks and mitigate any supply chain disruptions.