Diesel Price Gap Reflects Structural Realities, Supports National Policy Framework - CILTM Sabah

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, March 28 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia Sabah Section (CILTM Sabah) has expressed its support for the federal government’s approach to addressing the diesel price differential between Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia, emphasising that the pricing structure reflects underlying structural and logistical realities rather than preferential treatment.

Special Act On BNPL Can Protect Consumers Especially Youths From Debt Burden

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The enactment of a special act relating to the 'Buy Now Pay Later' (BNPL) scheme is important to protect consumers, especially the younger generation, from high debt burdens.

SC Sees No Necessity To Set Up Bursa Malaysia Regsub Following Strengthened COI Framework

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has decided there is no necessity at present to proceed with the proposed legislation to establish a Bursa Malaysia Bhd subsidiary (Bursa Malaysia RegSub) to assume the regulatory functions currently undertaken by the exchange holding company.

Jumio Achieves Flawless eKYC Assessment In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Jumio, a provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered identity intelligence anchored in biometric authentication, automation, and data-driven insights, has successfully completed the Independent electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) Breakthrough Assessment required by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) with zero findings.

Malaysia Cushions Domestic Economy From Energy Shocks With Targeted Subsidies -- Economist

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's policy discipline and targeted subsidy framework have successfully cushioned the domestic economy from external energy shocks triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Govt To Intensify Domestic Drug Production Support Under NIMP 2030 - BMI

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The government will intensify support for domestic drug production to contain costs under the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP 2030), according to research firm BMI.

AM Best Affirms PanAsia Re Ratings At Excellent Level

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed Hawaii’s PanAsia Reinsurance Inc (PanAsia Re) financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent), with a stable outlook.

Dmitry Shubov: AI Lock-in Risk Rises For Southeast Asia Legal-Tech

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- Southeast Asian legal-tech startups targeting United States (US) expansion face mounting compliance and commercial risks as governments and enterprise buyers increasingly favour region-specific artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, in line with projections from Gartner.

Industry Confident PTV 3.0 Insurance Uptake Will Continue After Campaign Ends

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The insurance and takaful industry is optimistic that recipients of the Perlindungan Tenang Voucher (PTV) 3.0 programme will continue to pursue insurance coverage even after the campaign period.

LTAT To Gradually Tap Foreign Markets To Enhance Portfolio Returns 

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT) plans to gradually expand its investment footprint overseas as part of efforts to enhance portfolio returns, with a small deployment expected as early as this year.

Trash To Treasure: Kompostri's Mission To Cut Food Waste

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- Tonnes of food waste end up in Malaysia’s landfills every day, much of it still edible. The problem becomes even more pronounced during festive seasons such as Ramadan, when large volumes of food are prepared but not always consumed.

Indonesia To Boost Coal Output As Oil Prices Surge

JAKARTA, March 20 (Bernama) -- Indonesia plans to increase coal production in response to rising global oil prices, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said.