Agri dept seeking approval to export durians to China


King of fruits: Nor Sam (centre) and Wong (second from right) showing off a batch of harvested durians at Kafu Group Durian Eco Farm. — Bernama

ALOR GAJAH: The Agriculture Department is seeking approval from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) to export fresh whole durians to the republic.

Its deputy director-general (Management and Regulatory) Nor Sam Alwi said Malaysia hoped to get the approval next year in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations.

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