PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Persatuan Wakil-Wakil Insuran Am Malaysia (PERWAKIM), the National Association of General Insurance Agents of Malaysia launched a landmark nationwide campaign on 14 May 2026. This initiative aims to elevate the profile of general insurance agents, strengthen regulatory cooperation, and invite new members to join its expanding community to build a stronger industry footprint.
Commenting on the association's strategic trajectory, Mr. CHONG KOK WAI, President of PERWAKIM (2024–2026), stated:
"The general insurance landscape in Malaysia is undergoing profound changes. As professional agents, we are not merely salespeople; we are trusted advisors guarding the financial security of individuals and corporate businesses alike. The challenge before us is to raise the stake and gain prominence in the industry by upscaling our members. PERWAKIM acts as the definitive shield and driving force for agents nationwide.
By standing together as one unified body, we gain the collective strength to successfully address industry shifts, upskill professional education of agents, provide professional insurance indemnity cover, and deploy cooperative wealth distribution to spearhead this process. We extend an open invitation to all general insurance agents across Malaysia to join our ranks. Simultaneously, we look forward to deepening our collaboration with insurance companies and regulatory bodies to cultivate a harmonious ecosystem based on fair practice, consumer trust, and shared prosperity."
To safeguard the future of agents in an evolving marketplace with artificial intelligence (AI) utilisation, PERWAKIM has identified three strategic pillars to drive its long-term vision to ensure Malaysia's pool of over 40,000 agents are not left behind. The time is now to join PERWAKIM and benefit from its innovative cooperative business model opportunities.
Wealth Creation via the Cooperative Society Business Model
PERWAKIM is working toward wealth creation opportunities through a members-only business collaboration built on a cooperative society model, where members and industry professionals become direct stakeholders.
By operating a cooperative model, PERWAKIM insulates its members from the volatile short-term pressures of the market. Profits are not siphoned off to external equity shareholders; instead, the cooperative ensures that value is recycled back to the members who generate it.
This structure provides a superior differentiator by establishing a business mechanism centered on mutual utility and sustainable wealth distribution. When agents act as both owners and stakeholders, organisational alignment increases. The collective economic scale allows individual agents to participate in larger, high-value commercial ventures that would otherwise be out of reach.
Advanced Professionalism via Global Educational Partnerships
To bring agents to the next level of professionalism, PERWAKIM believes that continuous, specialised education is vital and to achieve this, the association has strategic alignments with organisations such as the Australian & New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF). This partnership is designed to enhance members' competencies in insurance agency management, instilling a world-class standard of technical expertise, ethical operations, and leadership that elevates the status of the entire Malaysian intermediary workforce.
Protection through Professional Indemnity Insurance
Operating in a highly regulated financial climate means managing risks effectively. PERWAKIM is actively empowering its members by providing structured access to comprehensive Professional Indemnity Insurance. This protective cushion shields agents against liability claims and operational risks, providing total peace of mind while reinforcing consumer confidence in PERWAKIM-registered professionals.
Joining benefits for agents and insurers
For individual insurance agents, PERWAKIM serves as a critical career accelerator and protective network. Members gain direct access to professional development opportunities, including educational seminars, compliance workshops, and industry forums designed to keep them fully aligned with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) frameworks and the Persatuan Insurans Am Malaysia (PIAM) best practices. Furthermore, the association provides a crucial business-matching platform that allows agents to network, share market insights, and safeguard their general well-being.
For insurance companies (Insurers), partnership with PERWAKIM ensures direct access to a highly trained, ethical, and structured agency force. By supporting PERWAKIM, corporate insurers benefit from streamlined distribution channels, improved compliance standards, and an elevated reputation across the consumer market.
Membership Drive Open Now
PERWAKIM encourages all general insurance agents and company agencies throughout Malaysia to register as members and start upscaling the industry today!
- Cost: RM120.00 for a two-year membership term. Payment & Registration Details: Bank Account: MAYBANK (Malayan Banking Berhad), Account Number: 564294306464, Account Name: Persatuan Wakil Wakil Insuran Am Malaysia.
To apply, download the PERWAKIM Membership Form and submit your application along with proof of payment via email to pohyee.yong@wellsinsure.com.
PERWAKIM Membership Form Download Link: https://jf2j7cg144q.sg.larksuite.com/drive/folder/R4TOf2rXIlNEO8dZBrPl3GQ1gse?from=from_copylink
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PERWAKIM Rallies Malaysian General Insurance Agents and Corporate Agencies to Elevate Professional Standards through Education, Protective Coverage, and Cooperative Innovation
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The First Time a Game in the Legendary Franchise Comes to Consoles
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Critically-acclaimed game development studio ArenaNet® tonight announced Guild Wars 3™, the third entry in the legendary and beloved Guild Wars® MMORPG franchise and their first new game since 2012. The game will release globally on PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5, marking the first time a Guild Wars game will appear on home consoles. The first beta test is scheduled for fall of 2027.
The official debut trailer features the first in-engine gameplay footage and can be viewed HERE. The first concept art and other assets are hosted at the Guild Wars 3 official press kit.
"Guild Wars 3 is a new era not just for ArenaNet and Guild Wars, but also for MMORPGs as a whole," said Colin Johanson, Guild Wars 3 Game Director and ArenaNet Studio Head. "The MMORPG genre has millions of players worldwide eager for new, modern experiences, and the opportunity to harness that excitement is immense. Our approach with Guild Wars 3 is to push MMORPGs forward, to create an online game world that feels believable, rewarding, responsive, and innovative while at the same time respecting players' time and providing a positive, supportive space to build community and enjoy new stories in our universe."
Taking place over a thousand years before the events of the original game, Guild Wars 3 is set in the Tyrian region of Orr, a vast wilderness frontier imbued with the world's magic. Nature entities with strong connections to the land called Vael spirits embody the vitality of this lush, verdant landscape. Various guilds are engaged in conflict over how to protect or exploit the bounty beyond civilization's borders. These multitudinous spirits will vary in size and influence within the ecosystems around them, with the most notable of these being the Seeker. As seen in the trailer, every player's Seeker will serve as a connection to the spirits of Orr and a mount that will carry them on their journeys through the game's open world.
Players will assume the role of a Vaelwarden, a member of a guild of adventurers committed to preserving and protecting both the spirits of the wild and the land of Orr itself. Through the deep character customization and skill-building gameplay the Guild Wars franchise is known for, players will seek adventure and confront danger across this sumptuous, vibrant online world, growing their relationships with the spirits of the wild, the inhabitants of Orr, and other Vaelwarden players.
A combat system designed from the outset to feel great on both a controller and keyboard rewards positioning by emphasizing the joy of movement and momentum. As players seamlessly transition between various movement modes, they can harness their speed and turn it into bigger damage and impact when fighting their foes.
More information about pricing, beta tests, release date, and gameplay features will be revealed later in 2026 and into 2027. Guild Wars 3 will be available directly from the developers at GuildWars3.com, and can be wishlisted on Steam and the PlayStation Store beginning today, with more information available at the game's official website.
About the Guild Wars Franchise
Guild Wars is the award-winning, visually stunning MMORPG franchise that originally launched in 2005 on PC. Boasting a timeless art-brought-to-life aesthetic, the epic grandeur of massive role-playing environments, fast-paced action combat, large-scale dynamic events that players tackle together in the open world, team-based competitive player-versus-player battles, and a sprawling fantasy storyline, the series is often proclaimed as having the friendliest player community in gaming. Guild Wars was relaunched as Guild Wars Reforged in 2025 and expanded to mobile devices in 2026. Guild Wars 2® launched in 2012 on PC and quickly earned accolades across the industry, including Time Magazine's 2012 Game of the Year. Unlike most competitors, the franchise has always been playable with no subscription fee required, welcoming over 29 million players across its history.
About ArenaNet
ArenaNet is the developer of the best-selling Guild Wars Reforged and the groundbreaking Guild Wars 2 massively multiplayer online PC role-playing games. The studio's mission is to create innovative online worlds, cultivate a vibrant and engaged global community of players, and to incorporate handcrafted artistry into every aspect of their games. ArenaNet formed in 2000, with press and fans consistently calling Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 two of the best MMOs and RPGs of all time. Based in Bellevue, WA, ArenaNet is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Korean gaming giant NC.
The First Time a Game in the Legendary Franchise Comes to Consoles
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Critically-acclaimed game development studio ArenaNet® tonight announced Guild Wars 3™, the third entry in the legendary and beloved Guild Wars® MMORPG franchise and their first new game since 2012. The game will release globally on PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5, marking the first time a Guild Wars game will appear on home consoles. The first beta test is scheduled for fall of 2027.
The official debut trailer features the first in-engine gameplay footage and can be viewed HERE. The first concept art and other assets are hosted at the Guild Wars 3 official press kit.
"Guild Wars 3 is a new era not just for ArenaNet and Guild Wars, but also for MMORPGs as a whole," said Colin Johanson, Guild Wars 3 Game Director and ArenaNet Studio Head. "The MMORPG genre has millions of players worldwide eager for new, modern experiences, and the opportunity to harness that excitement is immense. Our approach with Guild Wars 3 is to push MMORPGs forward, to create an online game world that feels believable, rewarding, responsive, and innovative while at the same time respecting players' time and providing a positive, supportive space to build community and enjoy new stories in our universe."
Taking place over a thousand years before the events of the original game, Guild Wars 3 is set in the Tyrian region of Orr, a vast wilderness frontier imbued with the world's magic. Nature entities with strong connections to the land called Vael spirits embody the vitality of this lush, verdant landscape. Various guilds are engaged in conflict over how to protect or exploit the bounty beyond civilization's borders. These multitudinous spirits will vary in size and influence within the ecosystems around them, with the most notable of these being the Seeker. As seen in the trailer, every player's Seeker will serve as a connection to the spirits of Orr and a mount that will carry them on their journeys through the game's open world.
Players will assume the role of a Vaelwarden, a member of a guild of adventurers committed to preserving and protecting both the spirits of the wild and the land of Orr itself. Through the deep character customization and skill-building gameplay the Guild Wars franchise is known for, players will seek adventure and confront danger across this sumptuous, vibrant online world, growing their relationships with the spirits of the wild, the inhabitants of Orr, and other Vaelwarden players.
A combat system designed from the outset to feel great on both a controller and keyboard rewards positioning by emphasizing the joy of movement and momentum. As players seamlessly transition between various movement modes, they can harness their speed and turn it into bigger damage and impact when fighting their foes.
More information about pricing, beta tests, release date, and gameplay features will be revealed later in 2026 and into 2027. Guild Wars 3 will be available directly from the developers at GuildWars3.com, and can be wishlisted on Steam and the PlayStation Store beginning today, with more information available at the game's official website.
About the Guild Wars Franchise
Guild Wars is the award-winning, visually stunning MMORPG franchise that originally launched in 2005 on PC. Boasting a timeless art-brought-to-life aesthetic, the epic grandeur of massive role-playing environments, fast-paced action combat, large-scale dynamic events that players tackle together in the open world, team-based competitive player-versus-player battles, and a sprawling fantasy storyline, the series is often proclaimed as having the friendliest player community in gaming. Guild Wars was relaunched as Guild Wars Reforged in 2025 and expanded to mobile devices in 2026. Guild Wars 2® launched in 2012 on PC and quickly earned accolades across the industry, including Time Magazine's 2012 Game of the Year. Unlike most competitors, the franchise has always been playable with no subscription fee required, welcoming over 29 million players across its history.
About ArenaNet
ArenaNet is the developer of the best-selling Guild Wars Reforged and the groundbreaking Guild Wars 2 massively multiplayer online PC role-playing games. The studio's mission is to create innovative online worlds, cultivate a vibrant and engaged global community of players, and to incorporate handcrafted artistry into every aspect of their games. ArenaNet formed in 2000, with press and fans consistently calling Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 two of the best MMOs and RPGs of all time. Based in Bellevue, WA, ArenaNet is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Korean gaming giant NC.
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Guild Wars 3, Modern Evolution of the MMORPG, Announced at Summer Game Fest for PC and PlayStation 5
