MINISTRY OF PLANTATION AND COMMODITIES

The Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) was established in 1972 to spearhead the development of the commodity industry with the goal of contributing to nation's economic growth... In the early stages of its establishment, MPI focused on the development of two major commodities, namely tin ore and rubber. The role of the MPI was later expanded to include the development of other commodities such as oil palm, cocoa, forestry and timber, minerals, pineapple and tobacco to further contribute to the national economy.

Also known as: MINISTRY OF

Primary location: Putrajaya Malaysia