MALAYSIA: FWD Takaful has announced the launch of several value-based intermediation for Takaful (VBIT) initiatives, Bernama reported. The initiatives include a partnership with the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA), contributing RM1 million (US$227,700) to the MTA Fund4Cause program. The Takaful operator also launched the VBIT microsite which is dedicated to educating customers and the public about VBIT and FWD Takaful’s commitment to the local communities. The VBIT initiatives are part of FWD Group’s environmental, social and governance strategy.