Malaysia is leveraging cutting-edge technology and rigorous certification standards to position itself as a global leader in sustainability, particularly within the agricommodity sector, said Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin.
Speaking at the Sustainable Action Conference 2024 (SAC2024) today, he highlighted the country’s commitment to balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship.
“Our agricommodity sector, which has driven economic development for decades, must now embrace sustainability to remain globally competitive. This sector includes palm oil, rubber, timber, corn, and pepper, which collectively support millions of livelihoods, especially in rural areas,” Chan said.
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