Jakarta, Nov. 1 -- The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) has reaffirmed its strict, non-negotiable zero-tolerance policy on land clearing through burning, pledging stronger fire prevention and accountability across the palm oil industry.

RSPO Director of Assurance Aryo Gustomo said the organization was strengthening its commitment to proactive fire prevention, rigorous standards and evidence-based accountability.

Speaking in Jakarta on Saturday, Gustomo highlighted the importance of RSPO standards, certification systems and procedures in mitigating fire risks and safeguarding supply chain integrity.

"Forest and land fires pose serious threats to ecosystems, biodiversity and local communities. RSPO takes every fire risk extremel...