From Zufazlin Baharuddin
HELSINKI, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is seeking to leverage Finland’s advanced circular economy practices in waste management, green infrastructure and sustainable product design, Malaysia’s Chargé d’Affaires ad interim in Helsinki, Al-Fadil Adam said.
He said by adopting Finland’s approach in strategic policy planning, circular business models and integrated value chains, Malaysia could accelerate its green transition while aligning with international trade and sustainability standards.
“Finland is a global leader in circular economy practices, driven by strong national strategies, public-private innovation and sectoral expertise in bio-economy, sustainable forestry and waste management.
“Malaysia can benefit greatly by tapping into this expertise, particularly as it works to modernise key sectors like palm oil, forestry and manufacturing,” he told the Bernama reporter attending media programme “Climate Solutions from Finland” here today.
He opined that Malaysia should focus on integrating circular economy principles into its national development plans, build technical capacity through Finnish partnerships, and launch pilot projects using Finnish clean technologies.
“Emphasis should also be placed on strengthening sustainability regulations, improving data systems, and offering incentives for businesses to shift toward circular practices.
“By doing so, Malaysia can not only enhance its trade competitiveness but also build a more resilient and low-carbon economy, supported by Finland’s proven models and innovation ecosystem,” he said.
In August 2024, the Housing and Local Government Ministry launched the Circular Economy Blueprint for Solid Waste in Malaysia (2025-2035). The blueprint provides direction in institutionalising the necessary transformation to advance the circular economy's development.
Minister Nga Kor Ming said the blueprint will help accelerate the transition to a circular economy in solid waste management via five pillars — governance and legislation, guidelines and procedures, digitisation and technology, infrastructure and facilities, and market creation.
The ministry is conducting a feasibility study on the circular economy bill for solid waste, including plastic waste.
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