The company has stated that the new service is in line with its strategy to expand distribution channels and access new customers.

Western Union has said that the new service will enable CIMB Clicks users to send cash with secure online access. Recipients will be able to pick up the cash at any of the 355,000 Western Union agent locations in over 200 countries and territories.

Sunil Balagopal, regional vice president of The Western Union Company for Southeast Asia, said: "Increasingly, Malaysians are part of a global world with family and friends living, working and traveling away from home. This is a welcome convenience for busy individuals as they can send cash anytime without the hassle of visiting a bank branch during office hours."