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MS Amlin rolls out sub-syndicate as it targets growth push
MS Amlin rolls out sub-syndicate as it targets growth push
Risks written will consolidate into the existing Lloyd’s structure.
10 hours ago
Swiss Re names Anna Ziswiler as country President for five markets
Swiss Re names Anna Ziswiler as country President for five markets
She will be based in Singapore.
10 hours ago
Allianz Malaysia expands EV charging as range gaps persist
Allianz Malaysia expands EV charging as range gaps persist
The service now reaches Penang Kuantan and Johor Bahru in 2026.
10 hours ago
India’s regulator mandates Ind AS transition for insurers
India’s regulator mandates Ind AS transition for insurers
Companies must still submit updated financial data even if relief is granted.
11 hours ago
bolttech appoints Kohei Watanabe to run Japan business
bolttech appoints Kohei Watanabe to run Japan business
The Tokyo-based executive will oversee domestic and international operations.
11 hours ago
Cambodian insurers post 3% premium drop in December
Cambodian insurers post 3% premium drop in December
Total policies jumped 47% to 477,228 even as revenue weakened.
11 hours ago
India builds $1.4b maritime insurance pool to cut foreign reliance
India builds $1.4b maritime insurance pool to cut foreign reliance
The scheme will cover hull cargo liability and war risks for Indian linked vessels.
1 day ago
High insurance costs limit Arctic shipping to niche cargo
High insurance costs limit Arctic shipping to niche cargo
Routes can cut sailing distance by up to 40% between Asia and Europe or North America.
1 day ago
Underinsurance leaves APAC economies to absorb $69b losses
Underinsurance leaves APAC economies to absorb $69b losses
At least 15 events each caused damage exceeding $1b across the region.
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India expands Russian insurers to secure oil shipping cover
India expands Russian insurers to secure oil shipping cover
The approvals raise the total number of authorised providers to 11 for marine risk protection.
1 day ago
Cover Genius pushes travel insurance into Tongcheng bookings
Cover Genius pushes travel insurance into Tongcheng bookings
Customers in Malaysia and the Philippines can now access protection during checkout.
1 day ago
Finance sector cements dominance over Philippines ICT market
Finance sector cements dominance over Philippines ICT market
GlobalData says the sector will hold the top end use position through 2029.
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Taiwan’s foreign-currency insurance sales jump 30% to $13.4b
Taiwan’s foreign-currency insurance sales jump 30% to $13.4b
Traditional policies generated about 83% of new premium revenue in 2025.
2 days ago
Disaster risks strain public-private insurance models globally
Disaster risks strain public-private insurance models globally
Report reviewed 14 programmes and found rising liabilities and weak incentives.
2 days ago
India health insurers hit policyholders with 50% to 200% hikes
India health insurers hit policyholders with 50% to 200% hikes
More than 7 in 10 respondents said costs climbed sharply between 2022 and 2025.
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How can Asia’s energy insurers keep prices low as global risks rise?
Light losses and excess capacity offset geopolitical and economic pressure.
How can APAC insurers close the gap on climate risk readiness?
Physical climate risk is now seen as a wider financial threat beyond underwriting.
How can M&A offset slower insurance growth?
Scale and operational strength are becoming table stakes.
How can regulatory tweaks unlock capital for Hong Kong insurers?
Most plan to boost their risk exposure using tech over the next two years.
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War-risk underwriting tightens in Singapore as Gulf airspace disruptions persist
Airlines reroute across Asia–Middle East routes as insurers reassess exposure and pricing risk.
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Affluent women force rethink of legacy planning in Asia-Pacific
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Stable growth and early engagement shift advice beyond transactional transfers.
2 days ago
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Sun Life Philippines to boost sales force, bancassurance under incoming CEO
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It is pushing insurance in a nation where death and money are taboo topics.
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Wong Sze Keed builds people‑first culture at AIA
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‘Leadership must be anchored in clarity, courage and humanity.’
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Howden’s Shweta Swaroop pushes pay data transparency in insurance
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Clear disclosure drives accountability and actionable change to plug the gender gap.
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HDI Global Japan targets commercial and cyber insurance growth
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One of the most rapidly evolving threats is cyber-insurance, and Japan has room to expand in this market.
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Turning points: How a career choice shaped Singlife’s Chin Wei Lin
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The most important professional moves aren’t always promotions but those that build trust.
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