MSIG Asia names Ronak Shah regional CEO

He takes office on 1 October 2026 after more than 20 years in insurance.

MSIG Asia has announced the appointment of Ronak Shah as its new Regional CEO, effective 1 October 2026.

Shah succeeds Clemens Philippi, who transitioned to the role of Co-Chief Strategy Officer of parent company MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings in April 2026.

Under an expanded regional mandate, Shah will oversee MSIG Asia's existing operations in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, India, and Oceania, whilst also taking on leadership responsibility for Mainland China, Taiwan, and Korea. The company stated that this broader remit aims to align its Asia-Pacific strategy, boost collaboration, and accelerate growth.

Shah joins MSIG Asia from QBE Asia, where he most recently served as CEO of Wholesale Markets Asia and previously as the country CEO for Singapore. 

He brings over 20 years of insurance industry experience across Asia and North America.