Malaysia files WTO complaint over EU palm oil restrictions

14 Sept 05:59 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm oil producer, has formally lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against the European Union, France, and Lithuania, challenging their restrictive measures on palm oil-based biofuels.
The complaint argues that the EU's policy, which excludes palm oil from renewable energy targets due to deemed unsustainability, unfairly benefits EU domestic biofuel producers while violating international trade agreements.
This action, marking the 600th trade dispute brought before the WTO, initiates a consultation process aimed at resolving the disagreement before potentially escalating to litigation.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.