TY - JOUR AU - Islam, Rabiul AU - Siwar, Chamhuri AU - Ismail, Shaharuddin Mohamad AU - Chamhuri, Nurul Hidayah PY - 2010 TI - Criteria and Indicators for Sustainable Forest Management in Malaysia JF - American Journal of Environmental Sciences VL - 6 IS - 3 DO - 10.3844/ajessp.2010.212.218 UR - https://thescipub.com/abstract/ajessp.2010.212.218 AB - Problem statement: This study investigated the timber certification of sustainable forest management and the criteria and indicators for sustainable forest management. Approach: Sustainable forest management is an important role in the forestry sector and takes a major player in Malaysia's sustainable development. It is a management regime that integrates and balances social, economic, ecological, cultural and spiritual needs to present and future generations. Results: We analyzed the pillars of sustainable forest management, criteria, indicators, activities and standards of performance for sustainable forest management in Malaysia. Conclusion: The aim of this study was to highlight and clarify the impacts of trade and environment on sustainable forest management in Malaysia.