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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has written to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto regarding Felda's troubled RM2 billion investment in Eagle High Plantations, expressing concerns about potential massive financial losses.
Apex Securities has significantly raised its 2026 Malaysia export growth forecast to 26.2% from 16.3%, reflecting strong first-half performance. The upgrade reflects confidence in electronics, commodities, and palm oil sectors for the remainder of the year.
Malaysia's Plantation and Commodities Ministry is driving digital transformation in the palm oil sector through automation, AI, and low-carbon solutions, aiming to improve productivity while meeting international sustainability standards including EU regulations.
Indonesia has launched its B50 biodiesel programme, increasing palm oil-based fuel blending from 40% to 50%. The initiative aims to reduce diesel imports and boost domestic palm oil consumption by up to 1.8 million metric tons annually.