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flag Taiwan and U.S. agree on duty-free imports of U.S. beef, pork, and dairy, based on low mad cow disease risk.

flag Taiwan and the U.S. have signed a trade agreement allowing duty-free imports of U.S. beef, pork, dairy, and red meat, with Taiwan permitting beef from cattle under 30 months, including certain offal like liver and kidneys, while banning high-risk parts like spinal cords and brains. flag The move, based on international assessments classifying the U.S. as a "negligible risk" for mad cow disease, maintains existing food safety standards, including bans on mechanically recovered meat and GM foods in school meals. flag The agreement streamlines approval of U.S. pharmaceuticals and medical devices and preserves current regulations on ractopamine and country-of-origin labeling. flag U.S. agricultural groups welcomed the deal, citing expanded market access and strengthened trade ties.

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