The European Commission has announced its newly appointed team of 26 commissioners, marking a shift in dynamics after a divisive parliamentary election. A key issue facing the Commission is the upcoming EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), set to take effect at the end of the year, which has raised concerns among Malaysian stakeholders about potential fines and market exclusion for small farmers, leading to calls for a delay. We delve into these developments with Dr. Frederick Kleim, Managing Director of Episteme Consultants.

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