On Thursday, October 22, 2026, the Prime Minister chaired a ministerial meeting focused on the red meat market, involving representatives from trade unions and meat industry federations. The discussions centered on ensuring a steady supply of meat at controlled prices to protect citizens' purchasing power, in line with presidential directives. Simultaneously, the Ministry of Internal Trade is implementing a daily monitoring mechanism for price fluctuations and product availability. Authorities also emphasized that all economic operators must strictly comply with mandatory price labeling, warning that failure to do so may result in legal action, financial penalties, or the closure of business premises.