EU's MSPO Acknowledgement To Ease Compliance Barriers, Boost Trade -- MPOC

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- The European Union’s (EU) acknowledgement of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification marks a significant milestone in reducing compliance barriers for Malaysian exporters, said the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC).

EU Acknowledges MSPO As Credible Standard For EUDR Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- The European Union (EU) has officially acknowledged the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification as a credible sustainability standard with a high-standard digital traceability system that can facilitate operators' compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

Palm Oil: Malaysia On The Right Track To Be Classified As Low-risk Country - Johari

KUALA LANGAT, Sept 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is on the right track to be classified as a low-risk country in palm oil production, particularly with its mandatory Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification, said Plantations and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. 

Rubber Market Likely To Trade In Cautious Mode With Downward Bias Next Week

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade range-bound with a downward bias, driven by ongoing market volatility and various global uncertainties.

Over 30,000 Sabah Smallholders Have Achieve MSPO Certification - Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU, Aug 21 (Bernama) – Over 30,000 smallholders in Sabah, covering more than 191,000 hectares, have achieved the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification as of April 2025, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.

Malaysian Rubber Industry Must Set New ESG Benchmarks – Chan

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rubber industry must not only meet global standards but set new benchmarks to remain competitive in high-value markets, said Plantation and Commodities Deputy Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin.

Rubber Market Likely To Trade In Cautious Mode With Upward Bias Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is anticipated to trade cautiously next week, with an upward trend, amid various uncertainties and market volatility.

Rubber Market Seen Trading Mixed Next Week Amid Continued Caution

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) --  The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade mixed next week amid continued caution over US tariffs, said the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).

ASEAN Must Demand Equal Market Access From EU, China Amid Rising Tariff Pressure -- Analyst

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must demand reciprocal market access from major trading partners such as the European Union (EU) and China, especially in sectors like palm oil, halal products and electric vehicle (EV) battery minerals, to safeguard its regional trade stability amid rising global protectionism, an analyst said.

Malaysia Succeeds In Attracting RM8.13 Bln Potential Investments From Italy - PM Anwar

From D.Arul Rajoo

ROME, July 3 (Bernama) -- Potential investments worth RM8.13 billion have been achieved through the Malaysia-Italy economic cooperation roundtable meeting and meetings with companies here, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia's Plantation Sector Remains Neutral Amid EU 'Standard Risk' Classification -- AmInvestment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- AmInvestment Bank Bhd has maintained its neutral rating on the plantation sector the amid the recent 'standard risk' classification by the European Commission (EC).

MPOC Seeks EC Clarification On Malaysia's 'Standard Risk' Status

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) will request clarification from the European Commission (EC) on its full benchmarking methodology used in its assessment on the ‘standard risk’ status given to Malaysia under the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).