Papua New Guinea halts Australian poultry imports due to H5 bird flu outbreak. Authorities scramble to resolve the issue.
FO Take · Score 76
Biosecurity is the new battleground for global trade. Expect more protectionist measures disguised as health concerns. National interests will always trump free markets, especially when agricultural industries are at stake. Who truly benefits from these heightened restrictions?
The strongest counter
This is a legitimate health concern. Protecting a nation's food supply and public health is paramount. It is not protectionism, but responsible governance.
