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National Policy on Biological Diversity and Malaysia’s Nationally on two critical dimensions, Green Transition and Economic
Determined Contributions. Equity with the aim of establishing a robust framework that
Known as the Forest Carbon Offset (FCO) the initiative integrates sustainable practices.
will facilitate the transfer of forest-based emissions reduction There are 10 strategic thrusts under the Blueprint, namely

or removals to buyers in the form of carbon credits, enabling Energy Transition, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security,
organisations to offset their carbon emissions. Green Mobility, Circular Economy, Sustainable Manufacturing,
Following a feasibility study, a Technical Working Group (TWG) Sustainable and Responsible Mining, Protection and Enhancement
was established, comprising experts from government agencies, of Natural Assets, Sustainable Cities, Community Development
private sector, civil societies, non-governmental organisations and Eco-Tourism.
and academia to provide insights and recommendations on Under the Energy Transition strategy, the Premier said
the development of FCO guidelines. Sarawak is dedicated to continuing harnessing clean energy
During the session, TWG members received an overview sources to meet domestic energy demand and for power
of the draft guidelines prepared by MFF and were invited to exports.

review and contribute feedback to refine the guidelines further
in preparation for the next meeting. INDONESIA
Ministry of Forestry can contribute to ‘Asta Cita’
Environment and emission laws mission
Sarawak will implement two new regulations in 2025 aimed at The Director General of Sustainable Forest Management of
enhancing environmental sustainability according to Premier the Ministry of Forestry, Dida Mighfar Ridha, said the Ministry
Abang Johari Tun Openg. of Forestry is ready to support President Prabowo's ‘Asta

The regulations are the Certified External Auditors Eligibility Cita’ mission.
and Registration Regulations 2024 and the Burning and According to him, the achievement of Asta Cita (eight main
Emission Regulations 2024. missions of the government) will be able to answer global
These are designed to ensure compliance with ethical challenges and geopolitical uncertainty especially in national
standards and the responsibility to verify accurate reports, self-resilience and food and energy self-sufficiency which are
thereby supporting Sarawak’s commitment to reducing in line with the multi-forestry business approach.
greenhouse gas emissions.
The Burning and Emission Regulations 2024 will govern
burning and gas emission activities in Sarawak by enforcing www.pexels.com

strict controls, requiring prior approval from the Controller of
the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB).

Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint
The Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint, a roadmap to guide all
sectors towards harmonising economic growth and environmental
preservation was unveiled at the Sarawak Sustainability Insights

2024 event in Kuching.
Sarawak, Abang Johari Tun Openg, said the blueprint focuses