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  • Why is Egypt a strategic location for the palm oil Forum?
  • Egypt is a major trade partner and a significant consumer of Malaysian palm oil, making Cairo a strategic location for the forum. The aim is to expand Malaysian palm oil exports across the African continent, with Egypt serving as a pivotal hub for re-exports.
  • Is the Egyptian palm oil market evolving?
  • Commenting on the market, Ms Belvinder Sron, CEO of MPOC said, “the Egyptian palm oil market is evolving rapidly with palm oil being an economically essential and versatile edible oil crucial for both food and non-food industries.
  • How much palm oil does Egypt import in 2023?
  • Palm oil and its derivatives are leading imported vegetable oils in Egypt with palm oil imports amounting to 1.08 million tonnes in 2023, accounting for 58% of the total oils and fats imports.”
  • What is the Malaysian palm oil Forum (MPOF)?
  • The Malaysian Palm Oil Forum (MPOF), an initiative by the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), serves as a platform for engagement between the Malaysian palm oil industry and key buyers and end-users. The forum aims to facilitate trade enhancement and explore avenues of collaboration.
  • What is MPOF Egypt 2024?
  • Cairo, Egypt; 28 May 2024 – The Malaysian Palm Oil Forum (MPOF) Egypt 2024 officially opened today in Cairo, marking the second edition of this significant event aimed at enhancing the exports of Malaysian palm oil and its derivatives in the North African region.
  • What is Malaysia's palm oil industry?
  • The Malaysian palm oil industry, contributing 23% to the global supply and generating USD 22 billion in exports last year, is crucial to Malaysia’s economy. The industry supports over 450,000 small farmers and is integral to various non-food sectors, including oleochemicals and renewable energy.