Durian to feature in China trade expo

"Anchored on the increasing popularity that durian is enjoying in China, the delegation will put a spotlight on Philippine durian as the country's key feature along with other fresh produce and a diverse selection of uniquely Philippine-made food products," it said.

According to Citem, China is the third-largest consumer of durian across the world behind Indonesia and the Philippines, accounting for 20 percent of global market consumption.