Paying tribute to palm oil pioneers


Dr Yusof (left) and Palaniappan were recognised for their achievements and contributions at the 2017 Palm Oil Industry Leadership Awards dinner. — GLENN GUAN/The Star)

TWO veterans of the palm oil industry were lauded for their contributions at the annual Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) Leadership Awards.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi presented the 2017 Palm Oil Industry Leadership Award (PILA) to former MPOC chief executive officer Tan Sri Dr Yusof Basiron.

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