The Peninsular Malaysia Forestry Policy is a new policy formulated based on a review of the National Forestry Policy 1978 (Amendment 1992). This policy serves as a guideline to ensure the conservation of forest resources in Peninsular Malaysia. It is a core element in managing and developing forest resources sustainably in line with the socio-economic and environmental needs of the country. The formulation of this policy also takes into account new developments in current forestry issues, ensuring that the forestry sector continues to advance and remain relevant in the future. A total of 10 objectives with nine (9) main pillars have been drafted and arranged to achieve the objectives set out in the policy.

Based on these main pillars, 27 strategies and 125 action plans have been developed to assist departments/agencies in Peninsular Malaysia directly involved in planning and managing the nation's forest resources toward achieving sustainable forest management. The policy is formulated with a focus on matters related to forest resource sustainability, conservation of forest resource diversity, sustainability of forest services, economic welfare and industrial continuity, legislation and enforcement, inclusiveness and stakeholder engagement, social welfare and indigenous communities, research, development, commercialization and innovation, as well as an enlightened society.