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The current pork shortage in the country due to African Swine Fever (ASF) is feared to last until 2026, according to a meat traders’ group.  In text exchanges, Meat Importers and Traders Association (MITA) President Jess Cham said they are now considering of requesting the government to modify Executive Order 128 and extend the temporary reduction in pork import tariff. EO 128, however, has yet to take effect.