TRUMP SAYS COCA-COLA TO SWITCH TO CANE SUGAR IN US PRODUCTS

Thu 17 July 2025:

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Coca-Cola agreed to use real cane sugar in its US cola products, calling it “a very good move by them.”

“I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL Cane Sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so,” Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social.

Coca-Cola, which uses high-fructose corn syrup in its US products, has come under criticism from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over health concerns.

In contrast, cane sugar remains the primary sweetener of Coca-Cola products in countries such as Mexico, the UK, and Australia.

“I’d like to thank all of those in authority at Coca-Cola. This will be a very good move by them — You’ll see. It’s just better!” Trump also said.

The beverage giant has yet to confirm the switch but said it appreciates the US president’s enthusiasm for the brand, adding that details on upcoming product innovations will be shared soon, according to media reports.

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Cheaper ingredients or lower nutritional value

Multinational food manufacturing companies, like Nestlé, Unilever, or PepsiCo, operate across multiple countries, producing packaged foods, beverages, and snacks on a massive scale. They leverage global supply chains, sourcing ingredients from various regions, often including third-world countries, to keep costs low.

These companies prioritize efficiency, standardization, and profit, using advanced technology and large-scale production to ensure consistent product quality worldwide. However, quality control can vary based on local regulations and enforcement.In third-world countries, food quality from these companies can be a double-edged sword.

On one hand, they introduce higher safety and hygiene standards than some local producers, offering affordable, accessible products. On the other, they may tailor products to local markets with cheaper ingredients or lower nutritional value to cut costs, sometimes exploiting lax regulations. Issues like contamination, mislabeling, or inadequate oversight can arise due to weaker local infrastructure or corruption.

While these companies often bring economic benefits, like jobs, their focus on profit can sometimes compromise quality, especially in regions with less stringent standards.

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