MREM Press Releases

Best’s Market Segment Report: Insurers’ Solid Capital Levels, Growth Prospects Support Stable Outlook On Vietnam Non-Life Sector

SINGAPORE, June 12 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — AM Best has assigned a stable market segment outlook to Vietnam’s non-life insurance segment, citing solid risk-adjusted capitalisation levels among market participants, supported by conservative investment portfolios, and demographic and demand factors that support medium- to long-term growth prospects. Spillover effects of the ongoing U.S.-China trade

At the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting, the Minister of Social Affairs Described 4 Key Steps to Overcome the Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on the Poor and Vulnerable Groups

JAKARTA, Indonesia, June 11 (Bernama-AsiaNet) — In the presence of the ASEAN Minister, Social Minister Juliari P. Batubara conveyed the government’s important steps in handling the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, particularly for the poor and vulnerable groups. Indonesia recommends the establishment of a comprehensive and sustainable social protection system.

Scam And Fraud Protection For All Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) — Fuhla has launched a new program titled ‘Fuhla Scam and Fraud Protection’ by giving out free scam and fraud consultancy coverage to Malaysians as a measure to fight this prevalent and rising issue. As scammers have become increasingly active especially during this MCO period, Fuhla

Toshiba Launches Lens Reduction Type 1500-Pixel Monochrome CCD Linear Image Sensors for Industrial Equipment

TOKYO, June 11 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (“Toshiba”) has launched two lens reduction type 1,500-pixel monochrome CCD linear image sensors for industrial equipment: “TCD1105GFG,” with a built-in electronic shutter function, and “TCD1106GFG.” Sample shipment will start from July 2020. The new sensors support two key industry requirements:

Standard Chartered Collaborates With MIDA To Recharge Malaysia’s Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) — Standard Chartered Malaysia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) to attract targeted global investments into Malaysia.   These sectors include high-value, high-technology and high-impact investments such as electrical and electronics, machinery and equipment, medical devices, aerospace, renewable

Dropee Partners With The Ministry Of Agriculture And Food Industries Malaysia To Solve Malaysia’s Food Supply Chain Problem

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) — It is undeniable that Malaysia’s agribusiness industry has faced huge challenges following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected the business operations across the supply chain including the production, distribution, and retailing of agricultural products and the food industry. In response to this,

P&G Beauty Convenes Expert Partners to Discuss Responsible Growth in Beauty, Announces P&G Responsible Beauty Systems-Thinking Framework

CINCINNATI, June 11 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — This week, P&G Beauty convened a virtual meeting with leading global NGOs to discuss the role of the beauty industry in accelerating progress towards a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient future. Until now, the industry has responded to consumer concerns over safety, quality, origin

Taconic Biosciences Expands Production Of Critical Immunodeficient Model

RENSSELAER, N.Y., June 11 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Taconic Biosciences, a global leader in providing drug discovery animal model solutions, announces local West Coast United States production of the immunodeficient CIEA NOG mouse® model. Immunodeficient animal models are critical to the drug discovery ecosystem. One of the most common contributors to the high

New opening-up plan increases Hainan’s appeal to global investors

HAIKOU, China, June 11 (Bernama-AsiaNet) — China’s master plan for the Hainan free trade port, released on June 1, has boosted the appeal of the southern island province to global investors. The global investment service hotline, set up by Hainan International Economic Development Bureau, has been hotter than ever in the past

Malindo Air Resumes Domestic Flights Amid Lifting Of Travel Restrictions

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) — Malindo Air is resuming flights to almost all its domestic destinations in Malaysia effective June 12 as the government has gradually relaxed rules on the travel and social restrictions. The reinstated scheduled services include daily flights from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang to Kota