3.2 million hectares of Malaysia's natural forests threatened by logging and oil palm plantations, per RimbaWatch report.

Malaysia faces threats to 3.2 million hectares of natural forests due to logging and oil palm plantations, according to a report by environmental watchdog RimbaWatch. The report warns that these concessions risk the country's commitment to retaining 50% forest cover and may lead to significant carbon emissions and compromised animal habitats. The Ministry of National Resources and Environmental Sustainability will study the report and respond to the claims.

May 28, 2024
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