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Liberty Mutual bolsters capabilities to expand in APAC

Liberty Specialty Markets and Asia Retail Markets will merge.

Liberty Mutual bolsters capabilities to expand in APAC

Liberty Specialty Markets and Asia Retail Markets will merge.

S. Korea sees 189 large liability claims in a decade

It was an average of 19 claims per year and a loss amount of KRW3.2b per claim.

Philippines’ IC teams with IBP on free legal aid for claims

Last year the commission addressed 5,417 informal complaints.

Allianz Partners collaborates with MoneyHero for travel insurance

The policy is underwritten by Tokio Marine Insurance Singapore.

India’s non-life premiums see double-digit growth in FY’24

The industry is projected to grow 13% to 15% in the medium term.

AllianzGI expands footprint in China

The company received approval for its FMC business back in August 2023.

How insurance companies can embrace sustainability

A Sustainable Insurance Roadmap was made to guide companies on how they can incorporate sustainability into their strategies.

Korean Re notes potential growth of pet insurance amid low uptake

Whilst there is a growing demand for pet insurance in Korea, only 11.9% of households with pets availed of insurance.

Outlooks of six Chinese insurers pressured by sovereign risks

On the contrary, one insurer should experience a stable outlook.

AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants

Risks are shared and covered collectively by all Participants (Takaful) to mutually help one another.

Ping An Life to see 15% YoY NBV growth in Q1’24 – Nomura

A catalyst could be the low base effect in the first two months of COVID restrictions.

Low investment risk seen for ClearView after asset sale

The Australian insurer sold its investment in Centerpoint Alliance in November 2023.

Howden warns against over-reliance on cyber insurance

The insurance broker listed three AI threats haunting organisations.

Gallagher Re calls for nuanced view of PE-backed reinsurers

Critics warn of short-term profit strategies risking stability and trust.

Global exposure growth reaches 11.7% YoY

IED for Wind Japan was stable against the Yen.

China boosts financial services to advance new industrialisation

Insurance funds should provide long-term stable financial support.

Asia energy firms seek lasting insurer partnerships

Widening desirability gap favours high-end clients, possibly easing rate trends in 2024.