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Middle East conflict boosts demand for alternative fuels
CPO Futures Close Lower Amid Weaker Crude Oil, Soybean Oil Prices
Can palm biodiesel provide quick relief for Malaysia amid Iran war?
Malaysia plans phased expansion of biodiesel programme, minister says
Palm oil firms bring no direct benefits for W Kalimantan: governor
The presence of palm oil companies in West Kalimantan has brought no significant benefits to the locals, instead, its operation has damaged roads in the region, West Kalimantan Governor Suratmidji said.
India-Argentina relationship: Soybean oil link with the South American nation
Argentina happens to be the main exporter of Soybean oil to the world, hence its relationship with Indian consumers is important for both the economies
Ringgit climbs on rising oil and trade progress
Ringgit approaches its strongest level in more than six months as Brent crude extends gains and traders applaud signs of progress in US-China trade talks
Malaysian palm oil/Vegoils: Market factors to watch Monday Feb 18
The following factors are likely to influence Malaysian palm oil futures and other vegetable oil markets on Monday Feb 18.
Malaysia keeps March crude palm oil export duty at 0 pct
Malaysia kept its export duty on crude palm oil for March at zero percent, according to a circular on the Malaysian Palm Oil Board’s website on Monday that cited the national customs department.
UK-Japan trade talks sour after letter from Hunt and Fox
The UK’s latest attempt to persuade Japan to agree a quick post-Brexit trade deal has backfired after officials in Tokyo reacted with dismay at British tactics
Thailand counting on Indian support for RCEP
Acting Commerce Minister Chutima Bunyapraphasara will discuss Indian support to conclude the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership this year. (Photo by Pattanapong Hirunard)
Europe's food makers find green palm oil hard to stomach
Europe, the world’s second-biggest buyer of palm oil, is set to miss a 2020 target backed by about 10 countries, as well as big companies, to use 100-percent sustainable supplies of the edible oil in food ingredients, environmental experts warn
Palm oil seen hitting RM2,400 per tonne
The price of palm oil is expected to increase gradually to reach RM2,400 per tonne this year, said Deputy Primary Industries Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin.
