Value-Based Intermediation for Takaful (VBIT)

At Sun Life Malaysia Takaful, we strive to deliver on Maqasid Shariah through our products and services, creating meaningful, long-term value for our Client and communities.

Introduction to VBIT

VBIT is an industry-wide initiative that guides Takaful operators to deliver meaningful, long-term value. It focuses on creating positive impact for Clients, businesses, and communities while upholding Shariah principles.

At Sun Life Malaysia Takaful (SLMT), VBIT shapes how we design our solutions and serve our Clients, going beyond protection to support long-term well-being and resilience.

Guided by five strategic priorities

Financial resilience Financial resilience
Community empowerment Community empowerment
Good self-governance Good self-governance
Best conduct Best conduct
Capacity building Capacity building

How we bring VBIT to life

We are committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for our Clients and partners. Our Corporate Value Intent guide how we make decisions, build our culture and contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable Takaful industry.

We focus on three key areas when implementing VBIT initiatives:

Shariah principles

Shariah principles

  • Ensure practices, conduct and offerings meet Shariah requirements
  • Deliver meaningful outcomes in line with Maqasid Shariah
Positive impact

Positive impact

  • Create meaningful outcomes for our Clients and communities
  • Manage risks while identifying opportunities

Long-term value

  • Deliver strong performance while supporting long-term value for our stakeholders

Expanding Takaful solutions

Helping our Clients, employees and communities achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives through innovative and inclusive Takaful solutions.

 Inclusive solutions that build financial resilience

Through our MySinarKasih Sun Life initiative, we empower eligible clients to leave a meaningful legacy through a complimentary waqf or Badal Hajj benefit embedded within takaful protection.

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Our Sun Cover i product is designed to be affordable, with lower premiums to support wider access—especially for lower-income groups.

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Sun Hajj also offers Badal Hajj services helping fulfill religious obligations through a trusted and seamless experience.

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Innovating for greater impact

Takaful Mulia is designed to deliver meaningful benefits beyond financial protection, integrating Islamic social finance concepts to support both individuals and society.

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Climate-Resilience

Climate Resilience

Managing climate-related risks and opportunities to build long-term resilience.

Our approach to climate

We are committed to aligning with Bank Negara Malaysia’s Climate Risk Management and Scenario Analysis policy.

2025 Climate-related disclosure
Community-wellness

Community Wellness

Building stronger, healthier and more financially resilient communities.

Brighter You

Helping people build their financial and insurance literacy, take action to prevent and manage diabetes, and protect our local environment.

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Hoops + Health

Helping young people across Asia live healthier, more active lives through basketball.

Hoops + Health Impact Report 2025
Brighter Financial Futures

Boosting financial literacy for domestic workers across Asia.

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VBIT

Value-based Intermediation for Takaful

We are committed to the industry’s Value-Based Intermediation for Takaful (VBIT) framework, aligning our practices with Shariah principles to deliver positive outcomes for our Clients and communities.

Our Takaful products and services are structured to align with Maqasid Shariah – promoting protection, responsible risk-sharing and long-term financial well-being.

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