KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — Malaysia will continue to strengthen established palm oil markets and explore opportunities across Africa, Asean, the Middle East and other regions.
Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Noraini Ahmad said a wider market gives the industry greater resilience and the opportunity to reach new customers.
“Strong partnerships are essential. Malaysia will continue to engage constructively with governments, regulators and industry partners. Malaysia also remains committed to being a reliable supplier and a constructive partner to the global palm oil industry,” she said in her keynote address at the Malaysian Palm Oil Forum (MPOF) Kuala Lumpur 2026, here today.
Noraini highlighted that the ministry will continue to support smallholders through better planting materials, training and financial assistance. She said smallholders must grow alongside the palm oil industry and benefit from higher productivity, stronger market access and improved incomes.
