Labuan FSA Advances Islamic Fintech, Captive Insurance With Shariah Blockchain, Zero-tax Incentive

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) is strengthening its digital and Islamic finance landscape with the launch of a Shariah-compliant blockchain masterplan and new tax incentives, aiming to transform Labuan into a leading digital financial hub.

BRICS Membership To Offer Fairer Global Trade Landscape For Malaysia -- Russian Ambassador

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) --  Russia’s Ambassador to Malaysia, Naiyl Latypov welcomed Malaysia’s interest in joining BRICS, saying that the coalition offers a pathway to a fairer global trade system that would benefit smaller and developing nations.

Third-annual "One Duck Creek-India Inclusion Summit" To Kick Off In Mumbai

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- Duck Creek Technologies, the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, will host its third-annual “One Duck Creek-India Inclusion Summit” in Mumbai.

PM Anwar To Lead Malaysian Delegation To APEC Summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will lead the Malaysian delegation to the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) in Lima, Peru, from Nov 14-16.

PM Anwar Sees Rising Interest In Malaysia Among Chinese Investors, Companies

From Massita Ahmad

SHANGHAI, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Chinese investors and companies are showing greater interest in Malaysia, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Shanghai Voluntary Local Review Unveils Chinese Sustainable Urban Development Practices 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The 2024 Shanghai Voluntary Local Review to mark the World Cities Day shared practices and experiences of mega and super-sized cities in promoting sustainable development with the world.

Coordinated Efforts, Shared Learning Among OIC States Essential For Digital Transformation - Fahmi

ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Bernama) — Malaysia believes that coordinated efforts and shared learning among the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states are essential to drive the next wave of digital transformation, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.

OIC Member States Must Foster Collaboration On Financial Ecosystems, Strengthen Digital Payment - Fahmi

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states must prioritise the sharing of best practices and foster robust collaboration among Islamic nations to develop modern, efficient and inclusive financial ecosystems, effectively phasing out outdated traditional methods.

ABM Welcomes GX Bank, Boost Bank As New Members

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) has announced the addition of GX Bank Bhd and Boost Bank Bhd as new members, marking a pivotal moment in Malaysia’s banking industry.

Chinese Western City Weinan Emerging As Printing, Packaging Hub

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The 2024 Belt and Road Printing and Packaging Industry Development Conference, organised by the Weinan Municipal People's Government was held in the northwestern Chinese city of Weinan from Oct 23 to 25.

Xsolla, Long Tale Games Team Up For Charity Campaign 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, has partnered with Long Tale Games to launch a charity campaign, where 50 per cent of the proceeds from the three-month subscription package to Life is Feudal will be donated to Games For Change.

Cascale To Amplify Voices Of Suppliers, Manufacturers

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Cascale, formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, has introduced a new member engagement and governance model to ensure more inclusive decision-making, with a sharper focus on elevating supplier and manufacturer input.