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Yusof Basiron

b. 1948

Malaysian palm oil researcher and businessman

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About Yusof Basiron

Born 1948. Yusof Basiron is a Malaysian scientist and businessperson.

Yusof Basiron (born 20 June 1948) is a scientist and an influential public figure in the Malaysian palm oil industry. He was the CEO of the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), and a non-independent non-executive director on the board of Sime Darby.

In August 2017 Yusof Basiron was elected as a Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers.

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University of Canterbury, University of Stirling

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Yusof Basiron?

Malaysian palm oil researcher and businessman

When was Yusof Basiron born?

Yusof Basiron was born on 20 June 1948 in Rembau.

What is Yusof Basiron's occupation?

Yusof Basiron is a scientist and businessperson.

What nationality is Yusof Basiron?

Yusof Basiron is Malaysian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yusof Basiron

· Wikidata: Q19646504

· DBpedia: Yusof Basiron

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