APAC

Manulife Financial holds investor day events in Hong Kong and Jakarta

Investors and research analysts will have the opportunity to participate in live Q&A sessions.

Changes in insurance regulations spark industry transformation in 2024

MSIG Asia CEO hails 2024 as a year of growth for insurers, but cautions on varying regulatory and socioeconomic impacts.

Aon makes appointments for regional and country heads

Tim Dwyer and Darren T. Oliver will be based in Singapore and Manila, respectively.

Geneva Association calls for collaboration to address climate-related health risks

The report highlights the potential long-term consequences on health and life insurance as climate events become more severe and frequent.

Allianz Partners taps Jacob Fuest as chief markets officer

His role will focus on driving profitable growth across Allianz Partners' business units worldwide. 

Asian economies at higher financial risk from climate hazard intensification, warns report

The Swiss Re Institute emphasised insurance’s role in risk mitigation.

Fusion Specialty gets new managing partner for APAC

Steven Harwood has over 11 years of experience covering W&I, Tax Indemnity, and contingent liability risks. 

Optimism remains despite high rates and M&A uncertainties: Clyde & Co.

Challenges persist from 2023, even on Hong Kong’s new capital regime.

Blue Cross APAC strengthens capital buffer, backed by AIA

Blue Cross plays a crucial role in supporting AIA's growth strategy through various market segments in Hong Kong. 

Pension assets reach $55.7t on market surge

WTW said systemic risks persist despite a rebound.

FWD Group extends partnership with Microsoft to boost AI capabilities

The insurer will be using Microsoft's Azure OpenAI Service.

Global Atlantic secures $10b deal with Manulife US, Japan

This is the third partnership both entities have done.

Allianz APAC’s operating profit catapults in 2023

Both P&C and L&H saw robust growth in their 2023 performance.

Seven of 10 shoppers want protection for purchases but prefer low-cost

The survey also showed more trust in social media marketplaces versus the companies selling goods through these platforms.

Zurich Group's BOP jumps 21% YoY, APAC business soars

The APAC business also announced a partnership with India-based Kotak Mahindra Bank.