Johari: Malaysia steps up palm oil push in India to counter 'propaganda'
NEW DELHI: Malaysia will step up efforts to promote palm oil in India and counter what Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani described as “propaganda” aimed at undermining the commodity’s reputation and marketability.
Malaysia is intensifying its efforts to promote palm oil in India and counter what Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani described as "propaganda" aimed at undermining the commodity's reputation and marketability. Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm oil exporter after Indonesia, will continue to leverage its integrated upstream and downstream industries to strengthen its presence in the Indian market.
The country remains committed to defending the palm oil industry's position in international markets, particularly in light of growing criticism over deforestation, biodiversity, carbon emissions, and labor practices. Johari emphasized that Malaysia's response should not be to retreat but to strengthen engagement with consumers and trading partners while providing greater clarity on the industry's production and sustainability practices.
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