1d ago
KUCHING, June 29 (Bernama) -- The nationwide implementation of the BUDI MADANI Diesel (BUDI Diesel) subsidy programme, which begins on July 1, is seen as an important step towards strengthening the targeted subsidy mechanism and reducing leakages.
1d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the European Union (EU) have completed negotiations on five chapters of the Malaysia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (MEUFTA), with both sides targeting to finalise the pact by 2027.
3d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Muamalat) launched its new M-Zahra Takaful MyLadies and a Digital Faraid Calculator initiatives today, in conjunction with the Terengganu Financial Literacy Carnival 2026.
4d ago
By Nurfadlina Izzati Moktar
KUALA TERENGGANU, June 27 (Bernama) -- Next of kin can now easily determine whether their deceased loved ones had family takaful or life insurance coverage through Semak Kasih, a one-stop online portal developed by the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA) and Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM), to reconnect families with protection benefits that may otherwise remain unclaimed.
6d ago
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) expanding role in Turkmenistan has emerged as a key pillar of renewed Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations, following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent official visit to the Central Asian nation, with the national oil and gas company’s long-standing presence continuing to open new avenues for energy cooperation, economic growth and broader bilateral collaboration.
6d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The government, in collaboration with the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), remains committed to developing a comprehensive Islamic finance ecosystem to attract investors, particularly from Russia.
6d ago
KUCHING, June 24 (Bernama) -- The government continues to strengthen the implementation of the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) program by opening up opportunities for more products from local entrepreneurs to be marketed based on consumer needs and preferences in a given area.
7d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Generali Insurance Malaysia Bhd (Generali Malaysia), in partnership with Amanah Raya Bhd, has launched Gen Sinar, an affordable personal accident insurance plan designed to empower underserved families with financial protection.
7d ago
GEORGE TOWN, June 23 (Bernama) -- The Penang government is exploring the possibility of launching direct flights between Jinan and Penang as part of its efforts to strengthen air connectivity with northern China and expand the state’s tourism market reach.
8d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Turkmenistan, which saw Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) cement new agreements after a 30-year presence in the country, should be viewed as more than a diplomatic mission, economists said.
8d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia-Bangladesh Free Trade Agreement (MBFTA) is targeted to be concluded in 2027 as a mutually beneficial, comprehensive and forward-looking agreement that reflects current global trading practices.
8d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to strengthen energy cooperation with strategic partners such as Russia and Turkmenistan while ensuring Malaysian companies remain compliant with international obligations and aware of sanctions-related risks, Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said.