Singapore probes alleged illegal dog meat sales advertised on Facebook
SINGAPORE, Sept 25 — The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has initiated an investigation into an allegation of illegal...
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is investigating allegations of illegal dog meat sales advertised on Facebook, according to a report on September 25. The SFA stated that they have not authorized the sale of dog meat and emphasized that all food imports must comply with SFA requirements.
A social media post on the Facebook group 'Dogs Singapore' promoted various dog meat dishes for public sale, although the post has since been removed. SFA warned that illegally imported food products from unknown sources can pose a food safety risk, as meat and meat products can only be imported by licensed importers from SFA-accredited sources.
Violators of the law face penalties, including up to two years in jail, a fine of up to S$50,000 (approximately RM203,675), or both upon conviction. Repeat offenders could receive a sentence of up to three years in jail, a fine of up to S$100,000, or both. SFA stressed that both food importers and retailers must ensure that the food products they bring into Singapore for sale are compliant with SFA import requirements and safe for consumption.
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