Disruptions to global trade and rising geopolitical tensions are increasing concerns about the growth of illicit agricultural trade in Southeast Asia, as governments warn that smuggling could threaten food security, public health, and state revenues across the region.  Higher energy costs and pressure on shipping routes have already affected global supply chains, raising the risk of tighter food availability and higher prices. Analysts say such conditions can create opportunities for illegal cross-border trade in agricultural goods, particularly in regions with extensive coastlines and busy trade corridors. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), with its long maritime borders and porous […]... Keep on reading: Agricultural smuggling raises food security and economic concerns across ASEAN