Insurance

OJK launches insurance agent, policy databases to boost transparency

The policy database collects monthly data on life and general insurance policies.

Fitch expects Japan insurers to sustain strong underwriting in FY 2026

The three leading non-life insurers recorded solid profits in FY 2025.

Thai association says Myanmar–Thailand quake claims may reach $1.53b

This is up from the $920m already filed from 150,000 claims.

HSBC Life unveils indexed universal life policy with gold tracking

Families in APAC are expected to transfer about $5.8t in wealth by 2030.

Insurers raise private asset allocations to 21% in 2024

17% of fixed income investments are now in private credit.

CNPC Captive Insurance to upstream 40% of income to parent group

Fitch Ratings said the insurer is forecast to deepen its coverage of insurable risks.

Great Eastern says no takeover rules broken in OCBC offer process

It added that the final offer was higher than the prices first discussed.

ICA urges review of Tasmania’s plan for state-owned insurer

The ICA said the plan would shift disaster recovery costs.

Vietnam tightens enforcement as social insurance violations and delays mount

Failure to register eligible employees for SI or UI within 60 days of the legal deadline.

Philippines proposes motor premium hikes with wider cover

The revised premium structure retains fixed additional charges.

bolttech, Sumitomo Corporation to tackle Asia’s used smartphone market

Reusing old phones, seen at 430 million units by 2027, benefits the environment.

Medical tourism: Why India feels like the natural choice for NRIs seeking care

India is offering a healthcare safety net that fits right into the global lifestyle of NRIs.

Insurers tackle low app usage with embedded options

App penetration remains low, pushing firms to embed coverage into daily platforms.