
A CSIS blog argues the EU deforestation rule is unworkable for Indonesia and Malaysia, which together produce 85 percent of world palm oil, and notes both countries have filed WTO complaints. It recommends the EU restructure dialogue with the two nations.
Trade disputes and possible EU market restrictions on palm oil could tighten Southeast Asian export availability and support palm oil prices, though the outcome remains uncertain.
After 548 past bullish policy events, Palm Oil moved a median +0.4% over 5 sessions (61% higher; middle half -0.7% to +2.1%), and +0.9% over 20.
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