Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) director-general Datuk Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir emphasizes the importance of regional trade agreements and global collaboration to boost the palm oil sector. He highlights the role of sustainability, smallholder inclusion, and innovation in ensuring a resilient and responsible palm oil industry.
Ahmad Parveez giving a speech during Palm Oil Economic Review and Outlook Seminar in Kuala Lumpur today. – BernamapicThe palm oil trade is a cornerstone of Asean ’s economic activity, and Malaysia is committed to leveraging regional frameworks such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and Asean ’s free trade agreements with countries such as South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
He said the Asean chairmanship offers an opportunity to strengthen collaboration not only within the region, but also with key global markets, particularly the United States and the European Union. Ahmad Parveez said Malaysia's leadership in promoting sustainability is also at the forefront and the country is advocating for the harmonisation of sustainability standards across Asean.
Moreover, the inclusion of smallholders in the global supply chain is a priority for Malaysia, with efforts to improve their participation in trade through regional collaborations. A memorandum of understanding is expected to formalise deeper collaboration in the palm oil sector, ensuring that the benefits of palm oil production are equitably shared across Asean nations.
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