Subsidy Proposal For Basic MHIT Products Needs In-Depth Study - Lim Hui Ying

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- The proposal for the implementation of subsidies for the development of basic medical and health insurance and takaful (MHIT) products requires in-depth studies, including the long term impact on overall healthcare costs, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

Toshiba Unveils Faster Photorelays With Smaller Package 

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has launched "TLP3414S” and “TLP3431S" photorelays housed in the S-VSON4T package that feature a faster turn-on time compared to its current products.

ASEAN Committed To Strengthening WTO - Envoy

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is committed to contributing constructively to further strengthen the World Trade Organisation (WTO), including through engagement with other members and various stakeholders at any available platform.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower Amid Cautious Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its downtrend, opening lower on Thursday as investor sentiment remained cautious over US tariff concerns, despite Wall Street’s positive performance overnight.

Mavcom: Airlines Must Offer Passengers Refunds For Flight Delays Of Five Hours Or More

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman and Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) today reiterated that airline passengers have the option of a refund of their tickets if their flight is delayed by five hours or more.

Rubber Market Closes Mixed Amid Weaker Futures, Stronger Ringgit

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

 KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed mixed on Wednesday, influenced by a downtrend in regional rubber futures markets and the strengthening of the ringgit against the United States (US) dollar, said a dealer.

SC Partners ICAEW To Enhance Expertise In Sustainability Disclosures

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has initiated a collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) through a letter of intent (LoI) to work together in specific areas.

Malaysia Should Lead ASEAN’s Green Shipping Transition Through Financing, Collaboration, Says Expert

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should spearhead sustainable or green shipping initiatives within ASEAN, such as expanding access to regional financing schemes and promoting cooperation in carving out low-carbon shipping routes.

Singapore PM Tables National Budget, Focusing On Next Phase Of Growth

SINGAPORE, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Lawrence Wong, has presented the republic’s financial year 2025 Budget Statement today, aimed at advancing the Forward Singapore agenda.

Gas Malaysia Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM441.39 Mln For FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Gas Malaysia Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM441.39 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024), up from RM383.40 million a year ago.

Rubber Market Closes Slightly Higher Amid Supply Concerns And Crude Oil Gains

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed slightly higher on Tuesday, driven by concerns over a tight natural rubber supply due to the ongoing wintering and wet weather in major producing countries, said a dealer.

The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company Scores Superior Credit Ratings - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “aa-” (Superior) of Japan’s The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company Limited (DL), the wholly owned operating subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings Inc (DLH).