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Global Deforestation Concerns and the Battle for Palm Oil: Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam Respond
The palm oil industry, a vital source of livelihood for millions of smallholders across Southeast Asia, finds itself at the center of international environmental and trade debates. As the European Union (EU) pushes forward with its ambitious legislation targeting deforestation, major palm oil-producing countries like Malaysia and Indonesia are voicing strong opposition, claiming that the new regulations threaten their economies and small-scale farmers alike.