Iran Postpones Full Airspace Reopening Till Saturday

TEHRAN, June 27 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Iran has postponed the full reopening of its airspace until Saturday afternoon, according to Xinhua, citing a report by the official news agency IRNA.

Govt Considers Introducing Basic Insurance Scheme - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — The government is considering introducing a basic insurance scheme to help reduce the impact of rising medical costs, which has become a growing concern among the public, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Beijing To Host Global Digital Economy Conference 2025 With UNDP As Co-Organiser

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Global Digital Economy Conference (GDEC 2025) will be held in Beijing from July 2, under the theme “Building a Digitally Friendly City,” as announced at a press conference on June 23.

Survey Finds Consumers Warming To AI, Frustrated By Omnichannel Gaps

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- A growing number of global consumers are ready to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) in customer experiences within healthcare, financial services and insurance sectors but continue to be frustrated by poor omnichannel services and outdated data collection processes, according to new research by Smart Communications.

Sun Life Malaysia Appoints Ho Teck Seng As President And Country Head

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Sun Life Malaysia has appointed Ho Teck Seng as its new president and country head, and chief executive officer of Sun Life Malaysia Assurance Bhd, effective July 1, 2025.

Digital-first And Purpose-driven: AIA Malaysia’s New Era For Life Planners

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- In an increasingly digital world, insurance agents must cultivate strong digital competencies, embrace adaptability, and leverage online communication platforms to navigate emerging challenges and shift public perception away from outdated stereotypes rooted in traditional face-to-face interactions.

Geopolitical Tensions, Abrupt Airspace Closures Keep Malaysian And Global Airlines On High Alert

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aviation sector is on high alert, prioritising safety to avoid a repeat of the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 more than a decade ago. The heightened caution follows a wave of airspace closures by Arab states after Iran launched a missile strike on a United States (US) base in Qatar.

Malaysia Has Strong Potential To Expand In Central Asia, With Uzbekistan As Gateway

From Siti Radziah Hamzah

TASHKENT, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has great potential to expand its market in Central Asia by further strengthening bilateral cooperation with Uzbekistan, which could serve as the best platform and gateway into the region, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Malaysia Has Strong Potential To Expand In Central Asia, With Uzbekistan As Gateway - Fadillah

From Siti Radziah Hamzah

TASHKENT, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has great potential to expand its market in Central Asia by further strengthening bilateral cooperation with Uzbekistan, which could serve as the best platform and gateway into the region, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

PAAB Spearheads RM2.4 Bln Water Infrastructure Upgrade, Emphasises Zero-Accident Culture

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB) is actively implementing nationwide upgrades to water infrastructure with an allocation of nearly RM2.4 billion to ensure the long-term sustainability and security of the country’s water supply.

Malaysia Can Be Springboard For Pakistan’s Exports To Gain Foothold Into ASEAN -- Business Official

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani and Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia can serve as a springboard for Pakistani exports to penetrate the broader ASEAN market, a move that will also help Islamabad rectify its persistent trade deficit with Putrajaya.

Gold Futures Rebound At Close Amid Middle East Tensions

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Gold futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives rebounded to close higher on Monday, driven by the escalation in geopolitical tensions as the United States (US) bombed Iran’s nuclear facilities on Sunday, an analyst said.