KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Palm Oil Association (MPOA) is concerned about the disturbing trends in the industry, which has been saddled with labour issues, increasing cost-incurring regulations and a slew of taxes and CESS duties that is eroding its competitiveness in the global markets.
In addition, the industry is affected by the costly compliance to the certification on sustainability on palm oil, said the association’s chief executive officer Datuk Dr Makhzdir Mardan.
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