The Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries have actually declared their dedication to reinforce cooperation with India on edible oil security, sustainable palm oil production and resistant supply chains.
Highlighting India’s tactical value to palm oil-producing nations, Izzana Salleh, Secretary-General, CPOPC stressed the requirement for a collective method to guarantee reputable edible oil products, supporting farmers and promoting sustainable development.
“India is a lot more than an export location for palm oil-producing nations. It is a partner in our shared pursuit of food security, resistant supply chains, efficient farmers and sustainable development,” stated Salleh at the current GLOBOIL India 2026 occasion kept in Mumbai.
CPOPC likewise invited India’s efforts to enhance domestic edible oil production, keeping in mind that boosted domestic capability and reputable global products can match each other in satisfying the nation’s growing need.
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The Council has actually determined oil palm agronomy, enhanced planting products, smallholder efficiency, traceability and sustainable sourcing as essential locations for much deeper cooperation in between producing nations and Indian stakeholders.
Dr Musdhalifah Machmud, Deputy Secretary-General, CPOPC stated the developing characteristics of worldwide edible oil markets, especially the growing need for biofuels in producing nations will have its ramifications on global trade.
“Food and energy security are both genuine goals. As nationwide biofuel policies develop, openness and discussion will assist manufacturers and Indian purchasers prepare ahead. Improving efficiency, especially amongst smallholders, is likewise necessary to reinforcing long-lasting supply,” she stated.
The CPOPC is an intergovernmental organisation that assists in cooperation amongst palm oil-producing nations and promotes discussion with consuming markets. Its member nations are Indonesia, Malaysia, Honduras, Papua New Guinea, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Nigeria. Colombia, Ghana and Costa Rica are Observer Countries. Together, CPOPC member nations represent about 90 percent of worldwide palm oil production.
India is the world’s biggest importer of palm oil, counting on abroad deliveries to please approximately 60 percent of its general edible oil need. The country imports most of its palm oil from Southeast Asian nations, mainly Indonesia and Malaysia.The Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries has actually declared its dedication to reinforcing cooperation with India on edible oil security, sustainable palm oil production and durable supply chains.
Highlighting India’s tactical significance to palm oil-producing nations, Izzana Salleh, Secretary-General, CPOPC, stressed the requirement for a collective method to guarantee reputable edible oil materials, supporting farmers and promoting sustainable development.
“India is a lot more than an export location for palm oil-producing nations. It is a partner in our shared pursuit of food security, resistant supply chains, efficient farmers and sustainable development,” stated Salleh at the current GLOBOIL India 2026 occasion kept in Mumbai.
CPOPC likewise invited India’s efforts to reinforce domestic edible oil production, keeping in mind that improved domestic capability and reputable worldwide materials can match each other in satisfying the nation’s growing need.
The Council has actually determined oil palm agronomy, enhanced planting products, smallholder efficiency, traceability and sustainable sourcing as essential locations for much deeper cooperation in between producing nations and Indian stakeholders.
Dr Musdhalifah Machmud, Deputy Secretary-General, CPOPC, stated the progressing characteristics of international edible oil markets, especially the growing need for biofuels in producing nations, will have ramifications for worldwide trade.
“Food and energy security are both genuine goals. As nationwide biofuel policies progress, openness and discussion will assist manufacturers and Indian purchasers prepare ahead. Improving performance, especially amongst smallholders, is likewise important to reinforcing long-lasting supply,” she stated.
The CPOPC is an intergovernmental organisation that helps with cooperation amongst palm oil-producing nations and promotes discussion with consuming markets. Its member nations are Indonesia, Malaysia, Honduras, Papua New Guinea, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Nigeria. Colombia, Ghana and Costa Rica are Observer Countries. Together, CPOPC member nations represent about 90 percent of worldwide palm oil production.
India is the world’s biggest importer of palm oil, depending on abroad deliveries to please approximately 60 percent of its general edible oil need. The country imports most of its palm oil from Southeast Asian nations, primarily Indonesia and Malaysia.
Released on October 7, 2026