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Most New Zealanders back risk-based pricing for climate-related insurance

60% agree insurers should raise premiums for properties facing higher risks.

Shin Kong Life to boost earnings with Taishin Life merger by 2025

The insurer’s risk-based capital ratio rose to 221% in 2024.

New employment law in Vietnam enhances labour rights, insurance

The insurance will cover job counselling, skills training, and financial support.

Brunei finance and insurance sector posts mild optimism in April

The improvement was attributed to higher demand for motor insurance.

Malaysia introduces diagnosis-based pricing in health insurance reforms

The Health Minister said the product aims to support more sustainable private sector financing.

Insurance analytics market to reach $44b by 2032 on data demand

Asia-Pacific is emerging as the fastest-growing region.

Fitch signals weak earnings outlook for Taiwan life insurance sector

Fitch said it will assess how the sector adjusts its risk management strategies.

Asia’s construction casualty insurance market to stay stable

Premium reductions are more likely in softer markets like Korea and China.

Hanwha Life to maintain strong capital and stable earnings

Earnings outlook is stable, backed by $6.6b in accumulated CSM.

India’s non-life premiums rise 6.5% YoY in May

CareEdge expects standalone health insurers (SAHIs) to continue leading in the retail.

Fukoku Life to sustain earnings growth on wider investment spread

Fitch expects this trend to continue over the next three to five years.

LIC fast-tracks claim payouts for Air India Flight 171 victims

The insurer has introduced concessions to ease the claims process.

Over half of Gen Z cite distrust or confusion over insurance

Fitness programmes or smartwatch discounts were seen as tools to drive engagement.

Over half of Australians open to switching health insurers for perks

Other popular incentives included bonus frequent flyer points.

Aon urges insurers to consider client readiness in cyber cover

It found that cyber events with PR fallout cut value by 27%.

IRDAI directs insurers to expedite Air India Flight 171 claims

Settlement is to be made directly to nominees listed in policies.