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China investigates cooking oil transported in uncleaned fuel tankers

The Washington Post — July 11, 2024, 02:00 PM UTC

Summary: Investigations in China reveal cooking oil transported in uncleaned industrial fuel tankers, sparking widespread outrage. Authorities are scrambling to address health concerns and restore confidence in the economy. Previous food safety scandals in China heighten public alarm. State intervention and calls for prevention over detection are emphasized. Tanker industry practices under scrutiny. Censorship attempts to control discussions. Journalistic efforts to expose malpractice face challenges.

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    Contaminated cooking oil scandal in China raises safety concerns globally (ABC News)
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    App tracking fuel tankers in China disabled amid food scandal (The Guardian)
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    China outraged by unwashed fuel tankers used for cooking oil (The Guardian)
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    China probes cooking oil transported in unwashed fuel tankers (Financial Times)
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    China panics over cooking oil sent in chemical tanks (Business Insider)
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