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MHIT Policy/Certificate Reinstatement Deadline Extended To Aug 31, 2025 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- All insurers and takaful operators have agreed to extend the deadline for the reinstatement of medical and health insurance/ takaful (MHIT) policies and certificates without imposing a waiting period to Aug 31, 2025 from June 30, 2025.

RP4 Tariff Reform Can Spur Behavioural Change, Accelerate Energy Transition — Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Regulatory Period 4 (RP4) electricity tariff restructuring can serve as a powerful tool to promote behavioural change and accelerate the country’s low-carbon agenda, if paired with smart technologies, targeted financial incentives, and inclusive support mechanisms, an energy expert said.

Affin Bank Can Catalyse SME Growth In Strategic Sectors - Abang Johari

KUCHING, June 23 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd is well-positioned to catalyse the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Sarawak by offering targeted financing, digital transformation support, and non-financial capacity building aligned with the state’s strategic economic sectors.

Cut Red Tape, Dismantle Non-Tariff Barriers To Unlock Full Potential Of Sub-Regional Groupings – Economists

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to double down on streamlining regulations and cutting red tape, including harmonising customs procedures, to unlock the full potential of sub-regional groupings.

TNG Digital Rolls Out Digital Payment Tools To Support Micro And Small Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- TNG Digital Sdn Bhd is broadening its support for micro and small enterprises, particularly independent traders operating at markets, food stalls and public spaces, by offering accessible and easy-to-use digital payment tools.

TNG Digital Launches Business Account To Empower Micro SMEs And Gig Workers

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, Malaysia’s largest integrated fintech company, has launched the TNG Digital Business Account, a zero-barrier digital solution aimed at supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and gig workers.

TNB: Stronger Today, Brighter Tomorrow

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16  (Bernama) – Electricity is one of those things many Malaysians hardly think about — until it is gone. But behind the quiet hum of daily life, from classroom lights to hospital ventilators, stands Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB), Malaysia’s largest utility provider.

SST Expansion A Strategic Window For Business Readiness, Says MAICCI Women’s Wing Head

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) beginning July 1, 2025, is seen as a timely and strategic move that provides businesses, particularly women-led enterprises, with the clarity and space to strengthen operations and build long-term resilience.

Sarawak Inks Deal With China's Energy Giants For Bakun Floating Solar Project

KUCHING, June 10 (Bernama) -- Sarawak takes another step to strengthen its energy security and environmental sustainability with the formalisation of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with two of China’s leading companies to develop a floating solar project at the Bakun Hydroelectric Plant (HEP) reservoir.

Malaysian Telcos Told To Rethink Strategies Amid Market Saturation -- Report

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysian telecommunication companies (telcos) are advised to move beyond traditional tactics and design bold, digital-first strategies that resonate with today’s discerning consumers to win in the mature and evolving domestic market, according to a study.

Bank Muamalat's New Branch In Melaka Underscores Commitment To Expanding Islamic Banking

MELAKA, June 9 (Bernama) -- The opening of Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd’s new branch in Melaka, launched today, strengthens the bank’s commitment to expanding its Islamic banking network and services in the state.

Unison’s Stingless Bee Innovation Positions Malaysia For Expo 2025 Spotlight

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- Unison Technology & Manufacturing (M) PLT is introducing modular hive systems and training initiatives to strengthen stingless bee farming and rural livelihoods in Malaysia in line with the country’s participation in Expo 2025 Osaka.