# WHO: Junk Food Giants Sue Nations to Block Health Policies

The World Health Organization reports that manufacturers of ultra-processed foods are using legal challenges against countries to delay or weaken public health measures such as sugar taxes and labeling rules. This corporate litigation undermines government efforts to combat obesity and diet-related disease, posing a major barrier to global health progress.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Business
- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/01/ultra-processed-food-companies-hindering-health-drives-by-suing-countries-says-who) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:00:56 GMT