Economic Watch: Fresh Malaysian durians debut in China, set to spike in popularity


The Musang King Durian fruit is seen at a durian orchard in Raub, Malaysia. - Xinhua photo

ZHENGZHOU (Xinhua): Guo Yu, a resident of Zhengzhou in central China's Henan Province, has long satisfied his taste buds with frozen Musang King, Malaysia's signature variety of durian. But now he can finally savor the fruit fresh, right on his doorstep.

In late August, a shipment of 15 tonnes of fresh Malaysian durians landed at Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport, following quarantine approval for entry into the Chinese market in June.

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