Tue Jan 14 07:18:45 UTC 2025: ## Malaysia’s Palm Oil Industry Faces EU Deforestation Law Challenge
**KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (January 14, 2025)** – Malaysia’s palm oil industry is bracing for the impact of the European Union’s upcoming anti-deforestation law, which is set to take effect in December 2025. Deputy Commodities Minister Chan Foong Hin urged industry stakeholders to understand and adapt to the law’s requirements to ensure continued market access within the EU.
The EU law, delayed by one year, bans the import of goods linked to deforestation, including palm oil, soy, and beef. Companies will need to prove their supply chains are deforestation-free. Malaysia, a major palm oil exporter, has previously expressed concerns that the law is discriminatory. The minister’s statement highlights the significant challenges and opportunities presented by this impending legislation for the Malaysian palm oil sector.
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