WTE365
WTE365
WTE365
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
2. Answer ALL questions in the Answer Booklet. Start each answer on a new page.
3. Do not bring any material into the examination room unless permission is given by the invigilator.
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QUESTION 1
Figure 1: Malaysia’s Export of sawntimber and MDF from July 2020 until July 2021
(eMaskayu Vol.8_2021)
Total export of sawntimber in July 2021 increased by 47 % in volume at 78,538 m³ and 51%
in value at RM160.9 million as compared to the previous month. However, cumulative
exports for the period of January to July 2021 decreased by 4% in volume but increased
slightly in value to 683,670 m³ with a total of RM1.3 billion over the previous corresponding
period.
Based on the figure and statement above, explain the export trend of sawntimber to Europe
region.
(10 marks)
QUESTION 2
a) According to Illegal Logging Prohibition Act 2012 (ILPA) of National Forestry Act 1984
harvesting regulations, what are the special provisions for indigenous people?
(10 marks)
c) Bamboo is listed in the first schedule in which MTIB will issue an export license based on
the regulatory requirements of Customs (Prohibition of Exports) Order 2012. Describe
export permit requirement for bamboo based on the product guide.
(5 marks)
QUESTION 3
b) “The FOB price of veneer recorded at RM1,749 per m3, an increase of 28% from RM
1,367 per m3 on the previous month”. Explain FOB definition.
(5 marks)
QUESTION 4
d) In your opinion, why do exporters need to obtain certificate of origin (CO) for their
products?
(5 marks)