The Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC) is an intergovernmental organization representing palm oil producing nations. Established on 21 November 2015, the Council was formed to strengthen cooperation and coordination among producing countries and to advance the sustainable development of the palm oil sector.

Indonesia and Malaysia, the world’s two largest palm oil producers are the founding members of CPOPC. The Council has since expanded its membership to include Honduras, Papua New Guinea, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Member Countries recognize palm oil’s vital role in generating export revenues, improving smallholder livelihoods, reducing poverty, and creating employment and business opportunities.

CPOPC leads advocacy and promotion efforts for the palm oil sector through multi-stakeholder engagement, addressing misconceptions and allegations surrounding the industry. The Council also undertakes diplomatic outreach on behalf of Member Countries by engaging governments and international organizations, including the United Nations, the World Bank, and ASEAN.

In addition, CPOPC serves as a platform for consultation on industry development among stakeholders in oil-palm-cultivating countries. It promotes cooperation and investment to accelerate the establishment of sustainable and environmentally responsible oil palm industry zones, including green economic zones and related initiatives.

The governance structure of the Council consists of three organs:
1. The Ministerial Council, which serves as the supreme decision-making body
2. The Senior Officials, which provides policy recommendations and technical guidance and
3. The Secretariat, which implements and coordinates the Council’s programmes and decisions
The Secretariat is led by a Secretary General, supported by a Deputy Secretary General, a Director of Strategy and Policy, and a Director of Sustainability and Smallholders.