Which of the following is a primary conservation concern highlighted by Malaysia's 'orangutan diplomacy'?

Solution

Orangutans are critically endangered largely due to habitat loss from deforestation, exacerbated by agricultural expansion. • Malaysia plans to initiate "orangutan diplomacy" by gifting orangutans to major palm oil-importing countries, including the EU and India. • This strategy, announced by Commodities Minister Johari Abdul Ghani, aims to enhance diplomatic relations and highlight Malaysia's commitment to biodiversity conservation. • Orangutans are critically endangered, primarily due to habitat loss from activities such as logging, agricultural expansion (notably palm oil plantations), and infrastructure development. • The minister emphasized that this diplomatic move demonstrates Malaysia's ongoing efforts in wildlife preservation and encourages palm oil companies to collaborate with NGOs for technical expertise in conservation. • Palm oil production, notably in Malaysia and Indonesia, is criticized for contributing to significant rainforest destruction and is a key ingredient in various consumer products ranging from food items to cosmetics. Learn Along: About Malaysia Capital: Kuala Lumpur                                    Currency: Malaysian ringgit