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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Health (MOH) has welcomed Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) move to regulate the rise in medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) premiums, calling it a timely short-term intervention to alleviate the burden of sudden inflation on the public.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Top Glove Corporation Bhd has returned to the black, posting a net profit of RM5.47 million in the first quarter ended Nov 30, 2024 (1Q FY2025), rebounding from a RM57.71 million net loss in 1Q FY2024.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The continuous strengthening of the ASEAN economy in the last decade showcased the true resilience of the region, coupled with promising economic prospects owing to its strategic location, diverse economies, and commitment to regional integration.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- The International Construction Week (ICW) and Malaysia International Building and Construction Industry Exhibition (BuildXpo) 2024 successfully registered RM654.4 million in projected trade value this year, marking a 32 per cent surge from RM494.3 million in 2023.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- A total of 288,000 members of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) have registered to contribute more than the statutory rate of 11 per cent for employee contributions as of October 2024.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) – The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and Dunia Melayu Dunia Islam (DMDI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to bolster trade and export promotion cooperation.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained a stable outlook on Malaysia’s non-life insurance segment, citing sustained underwriting and pricing discipline.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has hosted a landmark gathering of the nation's most influential investment ecosystem partners, highlighting its commitment to support investors in a stronger and more unified investment landscape.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) and Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd unveiled a digital platform, Startup ASEAN, with the aim to position the ASEAN member states as leading players in the global startup landscape.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is accelerating, with over 100,000 electrified vehicles recorded and more than 3,300 charging stations established nationwide to date, positioning the country as a key regional hub for EV innovation.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- Palm oil’s versatility, nutrient profile, and sustainable potential make it an essential yet often underappreciated resource, according to two academicians from the United States.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Finance (MoF) will focus on progressive taxation to ensure fairness, sustainable budgeting to prioritise critical sectors such as education and healthcare, and responsible debt management to support development in line with the aspirations of the MADANI Economy framework.