
The Malaysian Biodiesel Association defended Malaysia's multi-stakeholder approach to its biodiesel mandate, which begins with feasibility research. It acknowledged that Indonesia has been more aggressive, noting Indonesia's levy-funded biodiesel subsidy and its greater ability to enforce compliance among automakers.
The comments describe policy differences that shape how fast palm oil is absorbed into domestic biodiesel in each country. Pace of mandate rollout affects long-term palm oil demand and export availability.
After 513 past neutral policy events, Palm Oil moved a median 0.0% over 5 sessions (50% higher; middle half -1.6% to +1.4%), and -0.1% over 20.
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