From Merdeka to Medical Breakthroughs: Malaysia Leading in Clinical Research for ASEAN and the World

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) — As Malaysia celebrates its National Day, the nation also reflects on its strengthened role in global clinical research under its ASEAN Chairmanship 2025. This leadership underscores Malaysia’s commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and positioning the region as a hub for research excellence. Since the establishment…

ENCORP Celebrates 25 Years of Enlightened Growth with Community at Strand Mall

KOTA DAMANSARA, Sept 2 (Bernama) — Strand Mall roared with excitement on the night of 31st August, as more than 500 football fans gathered to witness the electrifying Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Arsenal on the big screen. The live screening, organised in collaboration with ASTRO, brought the thrill of stadium…

AM Best Places Credit Ratings of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. and Its Subsidiaries Under Review With Positive Implications

HONG KONG Sept 2 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — AM Best has placed under review with positive implications the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of “aa-” (Superior) of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. (SJ) (Japan) and its subsidiaries. Concurrently, AM Best has placed under review…

New Narrative Welcomes Rashmi Jolly as Principal, Middle East, Strengthening Our Strategic Communications Advisory and Data-derived Insights Offerings in a Dynamic and Fast-growing Region

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Sept 2 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Strategic communications consultancy New Narrative (N/N) has marked the next stage in its international expansion with the appointment of Rashmi Jolly as Principal, Middle East. Based in Dubai, Jolly will serve our growing base of financial and professional clients throughout the Middle East and…

ICT Zone Aims for RM500 Million Order Book as TechFin Demand Accelerates

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) — ICT Zone Asia Bhd, a pioneer of Technology Financing (TechFin) solutions in Malaysia, is targeting to double its unbilled order book to RM500 million within three years, supported by strong demand for subscription-based ICT services and the country’s digitalisation push. Managing Director and Chief Executive…

Global Religious Leaders Call for Peace and Support the Two-State Solution

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept 2 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Second International Summit of Religious Leaders, themed “The Role of Religious Leaders in Resolving Conflicts”, brought together 400 global religious leaders and concluded on August 28, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, organized by the Prime Minister’s Office of Malaysia and the Muslim World…

EZVIZ joins forces with Plastic Bank, turning the tide on plastic waste through sustainable innovation and community empowerment

HOOFDDORP, The Netherlands, Sept 2 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This September, EZVIZ is expanding the scope of its Green Initiative with the announcement of a new global partnership with Plastic Bank, an international social fintech dedicated to reducing plastic waste and uplifting collectors. Building on the momentum of its World Environment Day commitments in…

CGTN: President Xi highlights friendship, cooperation and multilateralism at SCO Summit

BEIJING, Sept 2 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chinese President Xi Jinping is holding intensive bilateral meetings with foreign leaders on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, where he has underscored the importance of friendship, practical cooperation and multilateralism. The summit, from August 31 to September 1, marks…

ICHAM Launches Asia’s First Open-Ended VCC Fund of Autocall Structured Products with Target 9-10% Return

SINGAPORE, Sept 2 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ICH Asset Management (ICHAM), a leading regional multi-family office and asset manager, today announced the launch of the ICHAM Defined Growth Fund, Asia’s first open-ended fund dedicated to autocall structured products, available exclusively to accredited and institutional investors. The fund is designed to supplement diversified…

Natural Nine to Launch Feminine Cleanser in the First Half of Next Year, Targeting Overseas Consumers

HWASEONG, South Korea, Sept 2 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Natural Nine, a Korean body care brand, announced that it will launch a feminine wash in the first half of next year, with plans to expand into overseas markets including Singapore. Founded in 2019, Natural Nine previously developed and launched the Leoclean men’s cleanser and…