KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- Thailands non-life insurance market made a strong recovery in 2023, posting an underwriting gain of 13.0 billion Thai bahtfollowinga net underwriting loss of 50.7 billion Thai bahtin2022,according to a new AM Best report. (100 Thai baht = RM13.02)

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) Twilio, the customer engagement platform, has partnered with Singtel, Asias leading communications technology group, to offer businesses in Singapore a platform for secure, branded messaging directly to customers' mobile inboxes.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) --MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong has reaffirmed the partys commitment to contesting in all upcoming state and general elections, stressing that winning more seats is the partys ultimate priority.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad tonight announced that he will defend the positions of PKR vice-president and Setiawangsa divisionchief in the party election scheduled for May 24.

SHAH ALAM, March 1 (Bernama) -- The6.3per cent dividend rate announced by the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) for both Simpanan Konvensional and Simpanan Shariah for 2024 is the highest since 2017, according to chief executive officerAhmad Zulqarnain Onn.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- The strong and competitive dividend rates achievedby the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) for 2024 demonstratethe fundsresilience and commitment in ensuringa secure future for its membersduringretirement, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- TheEmployees Provident Funds (EPF)investment assets stood at RM1.25trillion as at Dec 31, 2024, of which 63 per centwas invested domestically.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 8 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) has strengthened Malaysias position in the global semiconductor industry through a strategic partnership with Xiamen University (XMU) and GMPT Software.

SHAH ALAM, Feb 28 (Bernama) PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has confirmed that he will defend his position in the partys central leadership election on May 24, citing the need for stability within the party and the Unity Government.

SHAH ALAM, Feb 28 (Bernama) --Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his appreciation for the leadership of parties within the Unity Government, which he said continues to uphold the administration's stability.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Lingokids, the top learning app for children, has introduced a new feature called Theater, in selectmarkets, offering a safe, ad-free space within the app for educational and entertaining videos.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Global video game commerce company Xsolla is deepening its commitment to mobile game developers through a strategic partnership with Pocket Gamer Connects (PGC) in 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) --The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) currently has no plans to raise the Activation Price Level (PHP) for the Rubber Production Incentive (IPG) beyond RM3 per kilogramme (Kg).

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as ASEAN chair in 2025, is strongly advocating for the accession of Timor-Leste into the bloc, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) --The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will host the second international edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) in Shanghai, China.

KOTA TINGGI, Feb27 (Bernama) --Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz is optimistic that negotiations on upgrading the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) can be concluded in March, following positive developments resulting from discussions with ASEAN regional partners yesterday.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Turing, a leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven water management solutions, has successfully raised US$14 million in a funding round led by Safar Partners. (US$1=RM4.42)

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Pacific Prime CXA has been honoured with the prestigious Top IDP Broking Firm 2024 award at the Chubb Lunar New Year 2025 celebration held recently at the Orchard Hotel, Singapore.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Mah Sing Group Bhd's net profit for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) rose to RM240.75 million from RM215.29 million recorded in FY2023, demonstrating the resilient demand for its affordably priced and strategically located developments.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Nippon Express Holdings Inc has launched a new key visual titled "Anything to Anywhere" to showcase the strengths of the NX Group in global logistics.

HANOI, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed hope that the cooperation between national oil companyPetroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) and the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam) in the maritime border area of both countries will be formalised in May this year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) --Following a successful year generating RM654 million in sales, the International Construction Week (ICW) and the Malaysia International Building and Construction Industry Exhibition (BuildXpo) 2025 aim to achieve a projected sales target of at least RM700 million this year.

IPOH, Feb 24 (Bernama) --Perak UMNO will not underestimate any opponent but is determined to keep the Ayer Kuning state seat under Barisan Nasional (BN).

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- The hosting of the upcoming 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat on Feb 28 in Desaru, Johor will discuss various vital matters for ASEAN's economic integration, particularly under the theme of inclusivity and sustainability.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (MSM) has returned to the black in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY 2024), recording a net profit of RM31.25 million compared to a net loss of RM49.88 million in FY2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- EZVIZ has won two Asia Design Prizes for its innovations aimed at enhancing smart home experience with robust functionality and optimal visual enjoyment for the second consecutive year.

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24(Bernama) Tomorrow will be a watershed moment for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) as it will be delisted from Bursa Malaysia following its successful privatisation exercise by the Gateway Development Alliance (GDA) consortium.

TAWAU, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- UMNO and Barisan Nasional (BN) must regain their dominance in Sabah in the upcoming state election to drive greater development and progress for the state,said UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

TAWAU, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi hopes that the Election Commission (EC) will consider the upcoming Ramadan month when setting the date for the Ayer Kuning by-election.

KUCHING, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak state government is ready to engage with the federal government to detail the scope of cooperation between Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) and Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said.

SHAH ALAM, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Legenda Beringin Holding Sdn Bhdand Chery Corporate Malaysia Sdn Bhdsigned an agreement to develop the Chery Smart Auto Industrial Park at Beringin High Tech Auto (Beringin HTA) Valley, Hulu Selangor today.

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Rapid economic recovery and resilience, as well as the peoples capabilities to help the country progress, have become attractive factors for foreign investors to come to Malaysia, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22(Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has reaffirmed that its financial year ended Dec 31, 2023 figures are accurate andcomply fullywith strict financial reporting standards.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) -- Sun Bus Tech Sdn Bhd aims to drive public transport sustainability in Malaysia by targeting 49 per cent of domestic sales versus just four per cent in 2024.

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 22 (Bernama) -- The Johor state government will not allow any investment which involve the importation of electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) into the state.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysias inflation rate remained at 1.7 per cent in January 2025, with the index points standing at 133.6 points compared to 131.4 points in the same month last year, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- Petronas Chemicals Group Bhds (PCG) net profit fellto RM1.175billion in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) from RM1.696billion in the preceding year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- Vonage, a global leader in cloud communications, highlights key insights into customer preferences for communication with businesses, emphasising the rising influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing customer interactions in its Global Customer Engagement Report 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- FM Global Logistics Holdings Bhdvia its wholly-owned unitFM Global Logistics Sdn Bhdhas partneredwith three companies,Scania Malaysia Sdn Bhd, Solarvest Energy Sdn Bhd, and JAC Motors Malaysia Sdn Bhd,to deepen its commitment to the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) agenda.

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.