Consider This: Malaysian Palm Oil (Part 1) — Impact of New EU Rules on Smallholders
The Malaysian palm oil sector, which is the second-largest producer globally after Indonesia, is facing mounting challenges, particularly from the European Union's incoming Deforestation Regulation. This regulation aims to halt the sale of any products linked to deforestation in its markets. Despite efforts to promote sustainability through certification schemes like MSPO and RSPO, questions remain: Can certification alone redeem palm oil's tarnished reputation? And how might the EU’s new regulation impact smallholders, who produce about 40% of the total output of palm oil in Malaysia? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Serina Rahman, Lecturer at the Department of Southeast Asian Studies at National University of Singapore, where her research interests include political ecology through the lens of environmental anthropology and ethnography.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Consider This: Malaysian Palm Oil (Part 2) — Navigating EU's Deforestation Regulation
The Malaysian palm oil sector, which is the second-largest producer globally after Indonesia, is facing mounting challenges, particularly from the European Union's incoming Deforestation Regulation. This regulation aims to halt the sale of any products linked to deforestation in its markets. Despite efforts to promote sustainability through certification schemes like MSPO and RSPO, questions remain: Can certification alone redeem palm oil's tarnished reputation? And how might the EU’s new regulation impact smallholders, who produce about 40% of the total output of palm oil in Malaysia? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Khor Yu Leng, Senior Economist at Segi Enam Advisors & Associate Director for Sustainability at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![Loke: No plans to make installation of dashcam mandatory Loke: No plans to make installation of dashcam mandatory](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715849575_anthony.jpg)
Loke: No plans to make installation of dashcam mandatory
Anthony Loke said implementing new regulations needs to consider various aspects including cost that people will have to incur if mandatory.
Thu May 16 2024
![New regulations on sale of non-subsidised fuel to foreign vehicles soon - KPDN New regulations on sale of non-subsidised fuel to foreign vehicles soon - KPDN](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/71671877339_TBJUALANMURAHjpg.jpg)
New regulations on sale of non-subsidised fuel to foreign vehicles soon - KPDN
KPDN is currently in the final stages of discussions to introduce new regulations on the sale of non-subsidised fuel in border areas.
Sat Dec 24 2022
![Indonesia bans foreign tourist arrivals at Jakarta airport as COVID-19 spikes Indonesia bans foreign tourist arrivals at Jakarta airport as COVID-19 spikes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/41644217586_jakarta.jpg)
Indonesia bans foreign tourist arrivals at Jakarta airport as COVID-19 spikes
The new regulations apply to foreign tourists and Indonesians who have travelled abroad for holidays.
Mon Feb 07 2022
![12MP: New regulation on e-waste to be introduced 12MP: New regulation on e-waste to be introduced](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/51632724375_TBSampahElektronik.jpg)
12MP: New regulation on e-waste to be introduced
A new regulation on household electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) will be introduced to implement the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for e-waste.
Mon Sep 27 2021
![US FDA looks to reduce toxic elements in baby food, boost inspections US FDA looks to reduce toxic elements in baby food, boost inspections](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/41614992095_FDA.jpg)
US FDA looks to reduce toxic elements in baby food, boost inspections
The FDA stopped short of committing to issuing new regulations, however.
Sat Mar 06 2021
![Indonesia bans international visitors for two weeks over new virus strain Indonesia bans international visitors for two weeks over new virus strain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/51609148266_Indonesia.jpg)
Indonesia bans international visitors for two weeks over new virus strain
The new regulation, effective Jan. 1, comes days after Indonesia banned travelers from the Britain.
Mon Dec 28 2020
![Govt formulating new regulation on pollution parameters Govt formulating new regulation on pollution parameters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/81590022133_AhmadMasrizalMuham.jpg)
Govt formulating new regulation on pollution parameters
The government is in the process of formulating a new regulation on pollution parameters for activities that are not subject to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Wed Jul 29 2020
![Solemnisation ceremony allowed in Selangor during MCO subject to JAIS' approval Solemnisation ceremony allowed in Selangor during MCO subject to JAIS' approval](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/41584776114_NikahGeneric.jpg)
Solemnisation ceremony allowed in Selangor during MCO subject to JAIS' approval
A detailed procedure and new regulations have been strategically prepared to ensure that the ceremony is compliant with the Islamic law.
Mon Apr 20 2020
![RTD denies enforcing new regulations for dark screens next year RTD denies enforcing new regulations for dark screens next year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/71468055245_CerminGelap.jpg)
RTD denies enforcing new regulations for dark screens next year
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the RTD said the current regulations were still applicable under the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Certain Types of Glass) Rules,1991 (amended Feb 5, 2016).
Tue Oct 10 2017
![Abide by Thailand's new entry regulations - Malaysian Consul-General Abide by Thailand's new entry regulations - Malaysian Consul-General](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/61499875648_Sadao.jpg)
Abide by Thailand's new entry regulations - Malaysian Consul-General
He reminded Malaysians entering Thailand to abide by the new regulations set, as well as use valid travel documents.
Sun Sep 10 2017
![Medical practitioners to comply with compulsory indemnity insurance, development points by 2019 Medical practitioners to comply with compulsory indemnity insurance, development points by 2019](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-07/61436690194_DoctorGeneric.jpg)
Medical practitioners to comply with compulsory indemnity insurance, development points by 2019
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said the new regulations are stipulated under the Medical Regulations 2017 which would come into force tomorrow (July 1).
Fri Jun 30 2017
![Kuching North City Hall to be smoke-free zone effective Jan 2017 Kuching North City Hall to be smoke-free zone effective Jan 2017](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/71481716719_BangunanDBKU.jpg)
Kuching North City Hall to be smoke-free zone effective Jan 2017
DBKU is ready to cooperate with the Malaysian Health Department to impose a penalty towards food premises owners who fail to abide to the new regulation, said Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai.
Wed Dec 14 2016
![East Java plans to compel foreign workers to master Bahasa Indonesia East Java plans to compel foreign workers to master Bahasa Indonesia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-09/71441553663_DrHSoekarwo.jpg)
East Java plans to compel foreign workers to master Bahasa Indonesia
Foreign workers employed in East Java must master Bahasa Indonesia under a new regulation being formulated by the provincial government.
Mon Sep 07 2015