The Palm Brief
A resource to stay up-to-date on the latest news, expert commentary, in-depth analysis and policy recommendations related to the palm oil sector.
MSPO Receiving Global Recognition, Says Deputy Prime Minister
Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who also serves as Plantation and Commodities Minister, has confirmed that the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification is becoming globally recognized,…
Why is the World Still Confused About Trans Fats?
A scientifically-accurate description of the link between palm oil and trans fats could be summarised with two simple facts: These facts are universally accepted and supported by research, analyses and…
Brussels Update: Looking Beyond EUDR
The focus of attention for the palm oil sector, when it comes to EU regulations, has been the EU Deforestation Regulation. This is for good reason: the EUDR imposes significant…
Developing Nations Unite to Express Discontent with EU Deforestation Plans
This month, Malaysia joined 16 other commodity-producing nations in writing a letter to the European Union raising serious concerns about the approach the bloc has taken on the EU Deforestation…
A Communique from EU Commission Underscores Need for Continued Resolve
The EU Commission has released a new FAQ document related to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The EUDR is now in its implementation phase – an 18-month timeline has been…
New Data Confirm Malaysia is Leading Developing World in Lowering Deforestation, Protecting Forests
MPOC CEO: New Data Confirm Malaysia is Leading Developing World in Lowering Deforestation, Protecting Forests The latest data on global deforestation from the independent research group World Resources Institute (WRI) highlights…
Statement from MPOC on UK CPTPP Entry
MEDIA STATEMENT MPOC: UK’s CPTPP ENTRY IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR MALAYSIAN FARMERS The U.K.’s formal accession into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) was finalised on 16…