Malaysia

Allianz General sees 22% surge in special perils cover in car insurance

Recent floodings have raised questions about insurance protection in Malaysia.

Allianz General sees 22% surge in special perils cover in car insurance

Recent floodings have raised questions about insurance protection in Malaysia.

Hong Leong Assurance announces three leadership appointments

All three have a wealth of experience in the insurance industry.

Allianz Malaysia GWP soars to $990m in 2021

The life insurance subsidiary grew by 8.2% in the first nine months of 2021.

3 out of 5 Malaysian motorists lack flood insurance

Only 34% are covered by flood damages such as falling trees.

38% of Malaysians still lack personal cover: survey

This is despite an increase in awareness of the need to have insurance protection to 84%.

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions appoints new Malaysian chief

Jack See will take over from Juerg Stoll, as the latter retires in January next year.

Allianz Malaysia GWP surges to $662m for H1 2021

However, profits before tax is 19.6% lower compared to last year.

Allianz General launches customisable insurance packages for SMEs

The Allianz Business Shield aims to help SMEs to minimise their business risks.

Liberty Insurance wows at Insurance Asia Awards 2021

Insurance solutions provider awarded Claims Initiative of the Year Award following implementation of pioneering virtual appraisal tool.

Health insurance important driver in Malaysia's non-life market growth: analyst

Stable outlook is also projected for Malaysia’s non-life insurance industry.

Swiss Re Asia appoints new head of Malaysia branch

He will also assume the role of head of client markets property and casualty.

Allianz Life Malaysia launches PreciousCover, BabyCover plans for expectant mothers

It provides coverage for child critical illnesses and development disorders.

Zurich Malaysia appoints Junior Cho as country head

Cho will report to Zurich Asia Pacific CEO Tulsi Naidu.

Amidst AXA deal, what drew Generali towards Malaysia's P&C sector?

The insurer remains optimistic for the sector as it has shown strength despite the pandemic.

Allianz Malaysia CEO calls for unity vs motor claims fraud

Motor claims fraud costs the industry $240.5m (MYR1b) per year, he said.

Malaysian central bank pushes upgrades to insurer, takaful capital framework

These upgrades ensure that the framework remains effective amidst shifting market conditions.